Articles by Jeffrey Gibbs
By Jeffrey Gibbs
Textual Notes (using English Bible versification)
One of the challenging issues in translation occurs in verse 10, the first verse of the appointed reading. The second line reads, literally, “And whoever loves abundance, not …
And just what is it that Christians are to witness to? The Acts of the Apostles gives us a simple answer, with broad implications.
by Jeffrey A. Gibbs
The reading offers, in its OT context, a strong example of the truth that “God’s ways are higher and greater than our ways.” Specifically, the reading presents a powerful contrast between David’s (and …
More thoughts on Stanley Hauerwas’ thoughts. This time from a guy who reads the New Testament for a living.
A Christian Father’s Sincere Love, and a Deeply-Flawed Understanding of Salvation.
by Jeffrey A. Gibbs
The Text’s Limits: A Strong Suggestion
Although the lectionary has put together 5:13–16 and 5:17–20, I would strongly suggest separating them. A very solid case can be made for the view that 5:13–16 …








