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Slavery in the Bible – Does God Condone Slavery?

...he Bible (Philemon) that was written by the Apostle Paul to Philemon (a slave master) emphasizing the fact that all who trust in the Lord Jesus Christ for forgiveness of their sin should be treated in the same way … with the same love and respect. What about Leviticus 25:44-46? It is true that God specifically made room for forced slavery, as seen in Lev. 25:44-46. However, this passage should not be seen in the same context as other passages we have considered when dealing with the moral implications of slavery. The reason being that this slavery was a form of judgement by Holy God on a paganistic, rebellious people. It was actually mercy that the Lord a...

How Polycarp (And Others) Show The Early Use Of The New Testament

...y Titus Philemon James 1 Peter 1 John So that’s seventeen books referenced at the turn of the second century, but what about if we look even earlier? Before Ignatius, we have some fragments of texts preserved from Papias, the Bishop of Hierapolis, another friend of Polycarp and associate (and possible disciple) of John. In the few short bits of his letters which remain, that date from AD 70–155, we can find references and quotes to: Matthew John 1 Corinthians Only three New Testament books this time, but considering we are missing the vast majority of Papias’ massive five volume work, it’s no surprise the sampling is limited. First Cent...