Lydia was known as the first convert to the Christian faith in Europe, in the colonial Roman city of Philippi (Acts 16:11-15), during Apostol Paul’s second missionary journey. Lydia was from the city of Thyatira, a city in the western province of Lydia in Asia Mino. Her name originally might have been the designation of… Continue reading Who was Lydia in the Bible?
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The Fruit of the Spirit, Part 1
Galatians 5:16–26 We want to come back to Galatians chapter 5, Galatians chapter 5 for another look at walking by the Spirit, walking by the Spirit. We’ve slowed down a little bit here, and that’s justified, because this is so very foundational to our Christian lives. Chapter 5 and verse 16 – we’ll read down… Continue reading The Fruit of the Spirit, Part 1
Lord’s Prayer Series: The Attack Of Temptation (Matthew 6:13 Continued)
Life is always under attack from temptation, but no enemy can launch an invasion until he finds a bridgehead. Where then does temptation find its bridgehead? Where do our temptations come from? To be forewarned is to be forearmed, and, if we know whence the attack is likely to come, we will have a better… Continue reading Lord’s Prayer Series: The Attack Of Temptation (Matthew 6:13 Continued)
10 Assurances from the Bible that God will Meet Your Needs
God knows you more than you know yourself. Do you truly believe this? The Bible is full of assurances that Our Creator not only knows his children, but takes care of them. Here is just a handful of Bible verses to encourage you today. Read them aloud and declare his word upon your life today!… Continue reading 10 Assurances from the Bible that God will Meet Your Needs
Lord’s Prayer Series: The Ordeal Of Temptation ( Matthew 6:13 )
Matthew 6:13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the Evil One. There are two matters of meaning at which we must look before we begin to study this petition in detail. (i) To modern ears the word tempt is always a bad word; it always means to seek to seduce into evil… Continue reading Lord’s Prayer Series: The Ordeal Of Temptation ( Matthew 6:13 )
The Believers Share Their Possessions Acts 4:32-35
Acts 4:32-35 All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of their possessions was their own, but they shared everything they had. With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And God’s grace was so powerfully at work in them all that there were no needy persons… Continue reading The Believers Share Their Possessions Acts 4:32-35
What Does It Mean to Be Sealed With the Holy Spirit?
You were sealed in Him with the Holy Spirit of promise, who is given as a pledge of our inheritance (Ephesians 1:13–14) As one means of guaranteeing His promises to those who have received Jesus Christ, God has sealed [them] in Him with the Holy Spirit of promise. Every believer is given the very Holy Spirit of God the moment… Continue reading What Does It Mean to Be Sealed With the Holy Spirit?
Lord’s Prayer Series: Forgiveness Human And Divine (Matthew 6:12 Continued)
Matthew 6:12,14-15 Forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors … For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will forgive you too; but, if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. Not only does a man need to realize that he needs to pray this… Continue reading Lord’s Prayer Series: Forgiveness Human And Divine (Matthew 6:12 Continued)
What is the history and significance of Corinth in the Bible?
The city of Corinth was located in southern Greece, the capital of what was the Roman province of Achaia, 45 miles from Athens. This city was one of the best peopled and most wealthy of Greece. Its situation between two seas drew thither the trade of both the east and west. Its riches produced pride,… Continue reading What is the history and significance of Corinth in the Bible?
What Does It Mean to Be Filled With the Spirit?
Ephesians 5:18 NIVDo not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit, Apart from the truth in verse 18, which is the heart of Paul’s message, the book of Ephesians would appear to be legalistic. Every exhortation he gives would have to be fulfilled through the power of the… Continue reading What Does It Mean to Be Filled With the Spirit?