Tag archive: Paul
It Doesn’t End At The Beginning
Compassion works towards turning that bleak future into a bright light of purpose and fulfilment Acts 8:1-8 Reference: And Saul approved of their killing him. On that day a great persecution broke out against the church in Jerusalem, and all except the apostles were scattered throughout Judea and Samaria. (Acts 8:1 NIV) Explore: I have…
Dedicated To The Cause
I wish I was that dedicated when it came to exercise, eating veggies or studying!! Acts 28:17-31 Reference: He proclaimed the kingdom of God and taught about the Lord Jesus Christ—with all boldness and without hindrance! (Acts 28:31 NIV) Explore: When I start to read a really good book, I struggle to put it down….
A Strange Deliverance
I just didn’t see anything else that we could do but put the hazard lights on and call for help. Acts 28:1-10 Reference: The islanders showed us unusual kindness. They built a fire and welcomed us all because it was raining and cold. (Acts 28:2 NIV) Explore: A few years ago my friend and I…
A Love Affair
A few chats over a coffee soon led to a meal or two Acts 27:13-26 Reference: When a gentle south wind began to blow, they saw their opportunity; so they weighed anchor and sailed along the shore of Crete. (Acts 27:13 NIV) Explore: It started with a mutual interest in musicals. They both loved the…
Heeding Good Advice
No surprise, there was just no pleasing everyone. Acts 27:1-12 Reference: But the centurion, instead of listening to what Paul said, followed the advice of the pilot and of the owner of the ship. (Acts 27:11 NIV) Explore: When I got married, everyone had a piece of advice for me. What to wear, where to…