to take in advance, i.e. (literally) eat before others have an opportunity; (figuratively) to anticipate, surprise

Someone, anyone, something. Tis. Scripture often hinges on this small word: if anyone thirsts, let him come. The invitation is unrestricted. No one is excluded from the call.

A false step, a trespass, a falling aside. Because of the trespass of the one man death reigned through that one man. But grace overflows through Jesus Christ.

Spiritual, of the Spirit. Pneumatikos. The spiritual blessings Paul speaks of are not earthly upgrades — they are realities that exist in the heavenly realm, given to us in Christ. We are already seated with Him in heavenly places.

To repair, to equip, to restore. Katartizo. May the God of peace equip you with everything good. God restores what is broken and equips what is willing. He never leaves you ill-equipped.

Such, of this kind, this sort. Toioûtos. It points to character, not just category. Become the kind of person worth pointing to.

Spirit, breath, wind. Pneuma. God is Spirit. The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity, God living inside every believer. He leads guides comforts and empowers.

Mildness, gentleness, humility. Praÿtēs. The meek shall inherit the earth. True strength held under control is not weakness. Wear it.

Fix your eyes on, regard carefully. Skopéō. Paul urges believers to mark those who walk according to the pattern he set. What you fix your gaze on shapes the direction of your life. Look carefully.

To tempt, to test, to try. Peirazo. He was tempted in every way just as we are yet was without sin. Jesus was tested in every area of human weakness. He understands your struggle.