every one... hows come?
2007-04-07 11:44:39 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
My guess - and this is just off the top of my head, mind you - is that "grace" is considered to be a gift. You give a gift TO someone. Since Paul was considered to be a leader, maybe it was a staus thing. (Granted, according to scripture Jesus said "Peace be WITH you," but Jesus was also a humble man.) It might also have been the custom for addressing correspondense at that time. Or maybe a twist of the original language.
Things that make you go "hmmmmmmmmm."
2007-04-07 11:52:44 · answer #1 · answered by Church Music Girl 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is just like when we write letters. We start with Dear Friend and end with
Sincerely. It was the etiquette of the times to someone you hold close and wish the best for. He sends his grace TO you and hopes the grace will be With you always.
2007-04-07 11:57:32 · answer #2 · answered by Brenda H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Paul was big on Grace.
He didn't like the idea of actually having to do anything only in mouthing the correct magic words! Could be why he said you are not judged by works.
He wasn't exactly a nice fellow! So ignore what he does and only believe what he says. Sounds like most Christians!
2007-04-07 11:52:04 · answer #3 · answered by Gorgo 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is a letter. Why do you start letters "dear."
Everyone has a writing style. That was the way he greeted and ended letters.
2007-04-07 11:52:12 · answer #4 · answered by linnea13 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Paul's letters were so inspiring, he sent Grace to them and wanted Grace to abound in their lives..................
2007-04-07 11:57:50 · answer #5 · answered by Gifted 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a form of salutation and Blessing.
2007-04-07 11:51:43 · answer #6 · answered by deacon 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do not see the problem. Greeting and salutation.
I suppose he could have opted for. "Hey,for real,check it out G.....I ain't even trippin.........and......Peace out dog,word to yo mamma.
2007-04-07 11:57:28 · answer #7 · answered by bonsai bobby 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋