"Wherefore I take you to record this day, that I am pure from the blood of all men. For I have not shunned to declare unto you all the counsel of God. Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the …
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Good News for All People
Todays Reading: Acts 14 "And it came to pass in Iconium, that they went both together into the synagogue of the Jews, and so spake, that a great multitude both of the Jews and also of the Greeks believed. But the unbelieving Jews stirred up the Gentiles, and made their minds evil affected against the …
A Change of Mind
Saul of Tarsus was a Pharisee within Judaism. He hated Christ and Christianity; and did all that was in his power to exterminate what he considered to be a heretic bunch of deceived people. From the moment of Stephen's martyr's death by stoning (Acts 7:54-60), Saul was determined to exterminate this group of people. However, …
The Purpose of the Scriptures and Preaching
The apostle Paul wrote that "For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God." (1 Corinthians 1:18). So why preach the gospel when the perishing people around us believe it to be foolishness? Paul answers that question in the statement: …
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Released to Preach and Teach
There are a few people I know who have jail, and prison ministries. They do it because they believe God has called them to go to the places where men and women are incarcerated for crimes against God and humanity. Yet, these minister to the men and women who are willing to listen to the …
After His Passion
We human beings can be passionate about many things. Sports for some is a passion. Love is a passion for others, maybe all of us at some point in our lives. Hunting, fishing, boating, are other passions some have. What was the "Passion" of Jesus? It was the cross of His death. To obey His …
The Ministry of Decrease
Christian men and women struggle with the labor of ministry; and its rewards. The greatest reward of ministry is seeing people come to faith in Christ Jesus, through of the preaching and teaching the word of God, that we do. Our influence on these people though should decrease as those individuals grow in the faith …
Getting Understanding
There are many people who have made the comment, "I would read the Bible, but I just don't understand it". They may make a comment like this, "It is too complicated for me". Let us understand one thing. No one can understand Scriptures except God give us understanding. After Jesus had risen from the grave …
It is Terminal
We all have known someone who has been given a medical diagnosis of "Terminal". Meaning that a disease this individual has is killing them; and usually there is nothing that can be done for them, except to administer pain medications. It fills minds, hearts, families, and lives with grief, and fear. There are many who …
Prayer, Power and Perseverance
Jesus often taught His disciples, and others with parables. I heard of parables described this way: Parables are earthly stories with heavenly meaning. Jesus had a way of telling a story to bring out the truth of His life, work and ministry; as well as what was in the hearts and minds of people. In …
The Days of Lot
The Pharisees had asked Jesus about the "kingdom of God" when it was going to come. Jesus answered them in one way saying, "The kingdom of God is within you" (Luke 17:21). He then, proceeds to tell them what the days will be like when the Son of Man comes. These are questions which are …
The People Who Desire to Hear Him
One of the things that causes jealousy in the hearts and minds of men and women is when someone else gets more notice, and attention than we do. This jealousy is quite evident among the religious leaders of Jesus's time on earth with us; walking, talking, teaching, living for the Father, and His glory. The …
Be Ready; The Son of Man Comes
"Let your loins be girded about, and your lights burning; and ye yourselves like unto men that wait for their lord, when he will return from the wedding; that when he cometh and knocketh, they may open unto him immediately. Blessed are those servants, whom the lord when he cometh shall find watching: verily I …
The Feigning Listening Ear
We have all been in a conversation with one or more with friends, family, people where we work, etc.; and stood there hearing sounds, but rather than listening we feign listening; while we are planning what we are going to say, when we get a chance. You know what I am talking about now. Be …
The Power of God
We ought always be amazed by the power of God. We ought always realize that God is working, moving, accomplishing His purposes in the world around us and in our own lives. Previous to the verses we look at today Jesus had been on the Mount called "Transfiguration", and He was speaking with Moses and …
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