According to evidence from early records, Luke was a Gentile who was born in Antioch in Syria. By profession he was a doctor (Colossians 4:14), but he also became a skilled historian. His most memorable writing was a lengthy account of the development of Christianity from the birth of its founder to the arrival of its greatest… Continue reading Who was Luke in the Bible?
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The Fruit of the Spirit, Part 3
Now we have been going through the book of Galatians, so I would invite you to turn in your Bible to Galatians chapter 5. We are in chapter 5 in a section from verse 16 through 25 that we titled (Galatians 5:16-25), for obvious reasons, “Walking by the Spirit.” Walking by the Spirit. We’re talking… Continue reading The Fruit of the Spirit, Part 3
Who Was The Man From Macedonia in Acts 16?
Acts 16 picks up the narrative of Paul’s second missionary journey. Paul’s plan was to visit and strengthen the churches he had planted in the Asian province of Galatia during his first journey (Acts 15:36). After finishing up in the region of Galatia, the Apostle Paul and Timothy had planned on preaching the gospel in Asia-Minor,… Continue reading Who Was The Man From Macedonia in Acts 16?
Lord’s Prayer Series: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory
Matthew 6:13b KJVFor thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. Thine is the kingdom – That is, thine is the reign or dominion. Thou hast control over all these things, and canst so order them as to answer these petitions. Thine is the power – Thou hast power to accomplish what… Continue reading Lord’s Prayer Series: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory
The Fruit of the Spirit, Part 2
We are so thankful to be right at the very heart of the Christian life in our study of the Word of God, that’s Galatians chapter 5, so let me invite you back to Galatians 5 before we come to the Lord’s Table. We’re in a section of Scripture titled “Walking by the Spirit,” and I… Continue reading The Fruit of the Spirit, Part 2
Lord’s Prayer Series: The Defense Against Temptation ( Matthew 6:13 Continued)
Matthew 6:13 NIVAnd lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. We have thought of the attack of temptation; let us now assemble our defences against temptation. (i) There is the simple defense of self-respect. When Nehemiah’s life was in danger, it was suggested that he should quit his work and… Continue reading Lord’s Prayer Series: The Defense Against Temptation ( Matthew 6:13 Continued)
Who was Lydia in the Bible?
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?
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