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Philippians (view passage online)
This introduction to Philippians explains how true joy, unlike happiness, is not based on circumstances. Writing from prison, Paul finds his joy in thankfulness, prayer, fellowship, suffering, and service.
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Hosea 1:1-2 (view passage online)
This introduction to the book of Hosea establishes marriage as a foundational theme, picturing God’s covenant relationship with Israel. The book shows how God uses the prophet’s painful marriage to illustrate Israel’s unfaithfulness and His own persistent love.
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Ephesians 1:1-14 (view passage online)
Paul introduces himself as an apostle by the will of God and writes to the church at Ephesus. He focuses the first three chapters of his letter on doctrine concerning our identity in Christ and the last three on practical application. The letter details exactly who we are in Christ and what we possess in Him.
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2 Peter (view passage online)
Peter introduces himself and writes to those of like precious faith. God uses His divine power to give us all things pertaining to life and godliness through the knowledge of Him. Believers become partakers of the divine nature and escape the corruption of the world.