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Lydia: A Story of Philippi

Lydia was only the first of many converts to the Christian faith in Philippi. The new religion attracted quite an assortment of individuals — slaves, masters, Jews, Gentiles, wealthy, and penniless. Yet the believers were supposed to be unified in Christ — equal — no matter their class, gender, or race. Trudy J. Morgan-Cole's skillful touch transforms the New Testament narrative of Lydia and the people of Philippi into a vibrant story of challenges and triumphs. You know, of course, the dual problem and solution to their irreconcilable situation: "Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus . . ."

  • Format
  • paperback
  • Pages
  • 272
  • Language
  • english
  • ISBN
  • 9780812704853
  • Release date
  • 2010