Huraian
e word, Philadelphia, is likely to call to mind a city in the United States or one of the seven churches mentioned in the book of Revelation. However, throughout Scripture, its primary meaning is love for the brethren-a mutual a ection among believers marked by joy and sel essness. Not existing before Christ walked the earth, this love type forms a backbone doctrine of Christian community. It is unique in nature and runs deeper than even earthly family bonds.