-
Continue reading →: Comments on Philippians
Chapter 3, Verse 8 “Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have suffered the loss of all things and count them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ…” Listen to what Paul is saying. “I…
-
Continue reading →: No Blog Friday
There will be no blog Friday. Grandson getting married. Philippians will resume next Monday. Shootout a day earlier for those fans.
-
Continue reading →: Shootout at the Spring
Shootout at the Spring Episode Nineteen The two lawmen cleaned the campsite, and in minutes, everyone and everything was loaded up. The small caravan set out across the river. The water rose to the horses’ cinch straps when they reached the middle of the current. Luckily, Old Joe was tall…
-
Continue reading →: Lectio Divina
Lectio Divina One of the oldest methods of Bible study is referred to as Lectio Divina. It was practiced for many years among monks and other scholars. It disappeared for a while as new methods arose but has recently had a revival. It is a simple method but very effective…
-
Continue reading →: Comments on Philippians
Chapter 3, Verse 7 “But whatever gain I had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ.” Paul had accomplished much in the Jewish religious world. The Judaizing teachers in Philippi knew this all too well. Perhaps they though Paul would be inclined to agree with their position because of…
-
Continue reading →: Comments on Philippians
Chapter 3, Verse 6 “…as to zeal, a persecutor of the church; as to righteousness under the law, blameless.” Paul wants the Philippians to know he was not ever lukewarm or casual about his belief as a Jewish follower of the law. He was all in, every law, every tradition…
-
Continue reading →: Shootout at the Spring
Shootout at the Spring Episode Eighteen Ben Two of Ben’s best friends, Corporals Isaiah Barnes and Joseph Mears, had been struck through the chest with flint-headed arrows. When the battle was over and the Indians were driven off, Ben had gone to them both. He broke the arrows in two,…
-
Continue reading →: Comments on Philippians
Chapter 3, Verse 5 “…circumcised on the eighth day, of the people of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew of Hebrews; as to the law, a Pharisee;” Make no mistake about it. Paul fully understands the Jewish mindset. He is a Jew of Jews. He grasps completely the value…
-
Continue reading →: Loving Self
Loving Self Nothing wrong with being in love with yourself. It is, in fact, a necessity for loving God and others. We must make sure that our love is based on reality and not make believe. It is not good to think of ourselves more highly than we really are.…
-
Continue reading →: Comments on Philippians
Chapter 3, Verse 4 “…though I myself have reason for confidence in the flesh also. If anyone else thinks he has reason for confidence in the flesh, I have more:” If salvation could be obtained through fleshly means, Paul is quick to point out that he would be at the head…
Hello,
I’m Philip
Welcome to my blog. I have a Masters of Counseling, and a Masters of Theological Studies, and I enjoy blogging about the Bible, as well as writing books, both non-fiction and fiction. I have taught an adult Sunday Bible class for over sixty-five years. Information and access to my books are on the website. I welcome your comments and questions.
Let’s connect
Join the blog!
Stay updated with our latest blog posts when they’re published.
Philip Dampier's Blog 