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Since a commentary is a fundamental tool for the expositor or teacher who seeks to interpret and apply Scripture in the church or classroom, the NAC focuses on communicating the theological structure and content of each biblical book. The writers seek to illuminate both the historical meaning and contemporary significance of Holy Scripture. In its attempt to make a unique contribution to the...

and giving thanks in the assembly (1 Cor 14:15–17). Clearly, Paul expected Christians both privately and in the public assembly to approach God with praise, intercessions, requests, and thanksgiving. 5:18 “Give thanks” translates the same verb (eucharisteō) Paul used when he told the Thessalonians that he thanked God for them and for their faith (1:2; 2:13). His thanksgiving for the church was directed to God both for what God had done (cf. Col 1:12–14) and in response to the faith and godly actions
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