For God has put into their minds to carry out his purpose by making a decision to give their royal power to the beast until the words of God are fulfilled.

These kings have a single intent, and they will give their power and authority to the beast.

where he stayed for three months. Because the Jews had made a plot against him as he was intending to sail for Syria, he decided to return through Macedonia.

With regard to the question about people who have never married, I have no command from the Lord, but I give my opinion as one shown mercy by the Lord to be trustworthy.

But in my opinion, she will be happier if she remains as she is – and I think that I too have the Spirit of God!

So here is my opinion on this matter: It is to your advantage, since you made a good start last year both in your giving and your desire to give,

However, without your consent I did not want to do anything, so that your good deed would not be out of compulsion, but from your own willingness.

I urge you, brothers and sisters, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to agree together, to end your divisions, and to be united by the same mind and purpose.