The BIG Picture (Shorts)

Romans 8:2 — “For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death.” There are two laws at work in this world—and in your walk. The first is the law of sin and death . It’s the spiritual gravity we were all born under. You don’t have to rebel or shake a fist at God to be under it—just stay as you are. Be yourself. Live by your own understanding. Even your best attempts to be good, to be kind, to be religious—if done in the flesh—are still tangled in a law that leads only to death. It’s what Paul called “another law in my members... bringing me into captivity” (Romans 7:23). But there's another law. A higher one. A liberating one. It’s the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus . This law doesn’t rest on your strength, performance, or discipline. It flows from the life of Christ in you. The Holy Spirit empowers it, the Word of God reveals it, and faith activates it. It begins the moment you believe, but it grows stronger as you renew y...

Paul doesn’t merely begin his letter to Titus with a greeting— he flings the door open to eternity. With just a few lines, he lifts our eyes from the dusty paths of Crete to the vast timeline of God’s redemptive plan: from before the world began , to the present moment of gospel proclamation, to the unshakable hope of eternal life yet to come . Titus 1:1-3 isn’t just Paul’s credentials—it’s a testimony to the faithfulness of a God who plans with eternity in mind , acts in time , and secures our future . And remarkably, He entrusts this eternal promise to be made known through ordinary preaching, through our apostle, Paul, by divine command. Paul calls himself a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ, and he shows us why he holds this role: according to the faith of God’s elect , and the acknowledging of the truth that leads to godliness . These two statements define his apostleship and act like firm foundations—they connect Paul’s ministry to a shared faith and to a truth that...

In Romans 11:13, when Paul says, "I magnify mine office," he is emphasizing the significance of his God-given role as the apostle of the Gentiles. The word magnify here carries the idea of giving weight, glory, or recognition to something—not for personal glory, but to highlight the importance of his ministry. Paul is addressing the Gentiles and explaining that, although Israel has temporarily fallen into unbelief, God is using his ministry to the Gentiles as part of His greater plan. By magnifying his office, Paul is drawing attention to the fact that his apostleship is divinely ordained, carrying great responsibility in God’s purpose—particularly in provoking Israel to jealousy so they too may turn to Christ (Romans 11:11-14). Paul does not take his calling lightly; he recognizes that being sent to the Gentiles is a crucial part of God's redemptive work. He wants both Gentiles and Jews to understand that his role is not secondary but central to God's unfolding pla...

Gal.4:19 My little children, of whom I travail in birth again until Christ be formed in you, Paul’s heart ached for the Galatians. He had laboured to bring them the gospel of grace, yet now he found them drifting—attempting to serve Christ through their own efforts, clinging to the law as a means of righteousness. With deep sorrow, he likened his anguish to the pains of childbirth, longing for Christ to be formed in them—not by works, but by the Spirit. The Galatians had fallen into the trap of self-reliance, believing that obedience to the law could perfect what had begun in the Spirit. But Paul knew the truth: righteousness is not achieved by human willpower or fleshly striving. It is received by faith, through the Spirit, as the Word of God renews the mind and transforms the heart. Today, we face the same temptation—to measure our spiritual growth by effort rather than surrender. Yet Paul’s plea remains: Christ is formed in us not by our own strength, but by the Spirit working throu...

Many believers struggle with consistency in their walk with God. Distractions, struggles, and old habits pull them away. But Scripture gives the key: “Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee” (Psalm 119:11). A heart rooted in God’s Word finds strength against temptation and discouragement. His commands are not burdens but divine wisdom that leads to a life glorifying Him. True obedience is not mere duty—it is the fruit of love, the response of a heart transformed by grace. God calls us to be a peculiar people, zealous for good works and purified by His truth. When we delight in His Word, obedience becomes a joy, not a struggle. Walk in love, seek His truth, and let His purpose be fulfilled in you! ______________ Please share these with friends and family. Use this WhatsApp channel to receive these quick Bible lessons on your phone: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaGag8iJP212QPSMmx2W

Acts 24:5 (KJV) — "For we have found this man a pestilent fellow, and a mover of sedition among all the Jews throughout the world, and a ringleader of the sect of the Nazarenes:" Paul stood before Roman authorities, falsely accused by the Jews. Three serious charges were brought against him: 1️⃣ "A pestilent fellow" – They painted Paul as a troublemaker, but Scripture reveals him as a tireless worker for the Gospel (Acts 20:24). His "pestilence" was not rebellion, but a relentless passion for truth. 2️⃣ "A mover of sedition" – They claimed he stirred rebellion among Jews. Yet, Paul preached peace, urging believers to submit to authorities (Romans 13:1) and to live godly lives under grace (Titus 2:11-12). 3️⃣ "A ringleader of the sect of the Nazarenes" – They sought to undermine Paul’s leadership in the Body of Christ, but he was no heretic. He was entrusted with the revelation of the mystery (Ephesians 3:8-9) and stood firm on sound doc...

When Paul stood in the temple, accusations flew—he was charged with speaking against Israel, the law, and the temple, Act.21:27-28. But was this true? Absolutely not! Paul, an apostle of God, was entrusted with  a NEW dispensation , one not rooted in the law, but  in grace . A doctrine revealed  for all mankind , not limited to one nation or one place. The temple made of stone was no longer necessary, for  the true temple is the spiritual body of Christ . Today, God is not operating in Israel's kingdom program meant for another time—He is working in the dispensation of grace, for the Body of Christ, where  salvation is freely given to all who believe , Rom.5:15-16; Rom.6:23. Let’s be sure we understand this doctrine, as it is the doctrine for today.  Are you standing firm in the truth revealed to Paul?  Don’t hold onto an old program with old commandments when God has revealed something greater through Christ! ______________ Please share these with f...