ACTS 20:21: “I have had one message for Jews and Greeks alike—the necessity of repenting from sin and turning to God, and of having faith in our Lord Jesus.” NLT‭‭OBSERVATION: Whatever happened to sin? Have you noticed that the concept … Continue reading →

ACTS 19:17-20: “The story of what happened spread quickly all through Ephesus, to Jews and Greeks alike. A solemn fear descended on the city, and the name of the Lord Jesus was greatly honored. Many who became believers confessed their … Continue reading →

ACTS 18:24-26: “Meanwhile, a Jew named Apollos, an eloquent speaker who knew the Scriptures well, had arrived in Ephesus from Alexandria in Egypt. He had been taught the way of the Lord, and he taught others about Jesus with an … Continue reading →

ACTS 15:8-11: “God knows people’s hearts, and he confirmed that he accepts Gentiles by giving them the Holy Spirit, just as he did to us. He made no distinction between us and them, for he cleansed their hearts through faith. … Continue reading →

ACTS 14:1-3: “The same thing happened in Iconium. Paul and Barnabas went to the Jewish synagogue and preached with such power that a great number of both Jews and Greeks became believers. Some of the Jews, however, spurned God’s message … Continue reading →

ACTS 11:19-21: “Meanwhile, the believers who had been scattered during the persecution after Stephen’s death traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch of Syria. They preached the word of God, but only to Jews. However, some of the believers … Continue reading →

PSALMS 138:8: “The Lord will work out his plans for my life— for your faithful love, O Lord, endures forever. Don’t abandon me, for you made me.” NLT‭‭OBSERVATION: Have you ever been disappointed by the plans you have made for … Continue reading →

I SAMUEL 15:22-23: “But Samuel replied, “What is more pleasing to the Lord: your burnt offerings and sacrifices or your obedience to his voice? Listen! Obedience is better than sacrifice, and submission is better than offering the fat of rams. … Continue reading →

ACTS 4:29-35: “And now, O Lord, hear their threats, and give us, your servants, great boldness in preaching your word. Stretch out your hand with healing power; may miraculous signs and wonders be done through the name of your holy … Continue reading →

PSALMS 125:4: “O Lord, do good to those who are good, whose hearts are in tune with you.” NLT‭‭OBSERVATION: Is my heart in tune with the Lord? Am I focused on things above or on the things of this earth? … Continue reading →

PSALMS 121:1-8: “I look up to the mountains— does my help come from there? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth! He will not let you stumble; the one who watches over you will not slumber. … Continue reading →

JUDGES 5:19-20: “The kings of Canaan came and fought, at Taanach near Megiddo’s springs, but they carried off no silver treasures. The stars fought from heaven. The stars in their orbits fought against Sisera.” NLT‭‭OBSERVATION: Is there a spiritual reality … Continue reading →

PSALM 119:29: “Keep me from lying to myself; give me the privilege of knowing your instructions.” NLT‭‭OBSERVATION: Today we live in a world of relativism. Relativism is defined in the following way. Relativism: “The doctrine that knowledge, truth, and morality … Continue reading →

JOHN 15:7-8: “But if you remain in me and my words remain in you, you may ask for anything you want, and it will be granted! When you produce much fruit, you are my true disciples. This brings great glory … Continue reading →

JOHN 11:33-37: “When Jesus saw her weeping and saw the other people wailing with her, a deep anger welled up within him, and he was deeply troubled. “Where have you put him?” he asked them. They told him, “Lord, come … Continue reading →

PSALMS 107:41-43: “But he rescues the poor from trouble and increases their families like flocks of sheep. The godly will see these things and be glad, while the wicked are struck silent. Those who are wise will take all this … Continue reading →

PSALMS 105:16-17: “He called for a famine on the land of Canaan, cutting off its food supply. Then he sent someone to Egypt ahead of them— Joseph, who was sold as a slave.” NLT‭‭OBSERVATION: Have you ever wondered – “Where … Continue reading →

JOHN 7:7: “The world can’t hate you, but it does hate me because I accuse it of doing evil.” NLT‭‭OBSERVATION: What was Jesus like? When we look at pictures of Jesus that have been painted they usually depict Him as … Continue reading →

JOHN 3:3: “Jesus replied, “I tell you the truth, unless you are born again, you cannot see the Kingdom of God.” NLT‭‭OBSERVATION: What is so “good” about – Good Friday? How can Christians all over the world celebrate a day … Continue reading →

JOHN 1:29-34: “The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Look! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world! He is the one I was talking about when I said, ‘A man is … Continue reading →