COLOSSIANS 3:22 BDC: Did Paul’s Words Not Support Slavery?

In Colossians 3:22, Paul writes, “Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything; and do it, not only when their eye is on you and to win their favor, but with sincerity of heart and reverence for the Lord.” It is important to understand the historical and cultural context in which this verse was written. At the time that Paul wrote this letter, slavery was a widespread and accepted institution in the Roman Empire. Slaves were considered property and had few rights. In this verse, Paul addresses a specific group of believers who were slaves and encourages them to be obedient to their earthly masters. So, how are we to understand this verse and others like it? Is God condoning slavery?

MATTHEW 12:40: How many days was Jesus in the tomb?

According to the New Testament, Jesus was in the tomb for three days after he was crucified. This is mentioned in several places in the New Testament, including Matthew 12:40, which says: “For as Jonah was three days and three nights in the belly of the great fish, so will the Son of Man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth.”

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