Expert: John - 8/20/2005

Question
I was reading an accompaniment to the New Testament and introduced Romans by saying "Paul, Jesus Christ's slave.." I didn't understand it either.

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Followup To
Question -
How was Paul Jesus Christ's slave?
Answer -
Hello Amanda,
Could you give me the verse that shows this because I do not see where Paul would be Jesus Christ's slave.  He followed the teaching's of Christ and did as directed by spreading God's word, but he was not a slave.
If you could point me to the verse that shows this I can do some research in the books I have.
Take care and God Bless
Pastor John

Answer
Hi Amanda,
I did some reading and during the time of Jesus servants were called slaves.  So the translation you were reading must of been an earlier translation.  Those who believe that Jesus is Savior are servants to Christ because we do as He has directed us to do.  So that is what is meant by slaves and that is to be a servant.
I hope this helps.  If not send me another note and I will be more than happy to help.
Take care and God Bless
Pastor John