Have you ever read a passage in Scripture that left you scratching your head, wondering if you missed something important? The parable of the shrewd manager in Luke 16:1-9 is precisely one of those puzzling stories that seems to contradict…
Pronunciation Guide: dō-reh-AHN (with emphasis on final syllable) Basic Definition Strong’s G1432: δωρεάν (dorean) fundamentally means “as a gift, freely, gratis, without payment.” It expresses the concept of something given without cost, payment, or merit—completely free of charge and undeserved…
Pronunciation Guide: dee-af-er’-o (where the ‘ph’ is pronounced as in ‘philosophy’) Basic Definition Strong’s G1308: διαφέρω (diapherō) fundamentally means “to carry through” or “to differ.” From this core meaning emerge the notions of carrying apart, excelling, or surpassing in value.…
Pronunciation Guide: ah-po-thay-sow-RID-zo Basic Definition Strong’s G597: To treasure up, store away for future use, or lay up in store. This compound verb combines the concepts of deliberate setting aside (ἀπό) with the act of accumulating treasure (θησαυρίζω), suggesting a…
Pronunciation Guide: an-tee-mis-thee’-ah Basic Definition Strong’s G489: A compound word meaning “corresponding payment” or “recompense,” ἀντιμισθία carries the concept of receiving what is precisely due, whether reward or consequence. It emphasizes the principle of divine justice where actions and attitudes…
Pronunciation Guide: an-tee-kal-EH-oh Basic Definition Strong’s G479: A compound verb meaning “to invite in return” or “to call back,” combining ἀντί (anti, “in return”) and καλέω (kaleo, “to call/invite”). This word specifically describes the act of reciprocating an invitation or…
Pronunciation Guide: an-tap-od’-om-ah Basic Definition Strong’s G468: ἀνταπόδομα (antapodoma) refers to a reward, recompense, or repayment given in return for actions or services rendered. It encompasses both positive rewards and negative consequences, emphasizing the principle of divine justice and reciprocity…
