Acts 17:6 – But when they did not find them, they dragged Jason and some brethren to the rulers of the city, crying out, “These who have turned the world upside down have come here too. NKJV Paul’s mission in life was to bring as many people as he could to the saving knowledge of Jesus. EverywhereContinue reading “Turn the World!”
Category Archives: Study of the Book of Acts
Forbidden to Preach!
Acts 16: 6- Now when they had gone through Phrygia and the region of Galatia, they were forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach the word in Asia. NKJV We have come to the 16th chapter of Acts. The Holy Spirit has been busy since we began in chapter 1. The disciples have been filled and refilledContinue reading “Forbidden to Preach!”
Salvation
Acts 15:1- And certain men came down from Judea and taught the brethren, “Unless you are circumcised according to the custom of Moses, you cannot be saved.” NKJV Recently, I read a poem by Langston Hughes titled “Salvation”. In the poem, Langston describes how his auntie wants him to be saved. Her church is having a big revival service. Every nightContinue reading “Salvation”
Stand Up Straight!
Acts 14:1- Now it happened in Iconium that they went together to the synagogue of the Jews, and so spoke that a great multitude both of the Jews and of the Greeks believed. NKJV Paul and Barnabas have made their way to Iconium. They went to the synagogue, as was their custom, to preach and teach the gospelContinue reading “Stand Up Straight!”
When the Holy Spirit Leads!
Acts 13:2- As they ministered to the Lord and fasted, the Holy Spirit said, “Now separate to Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” NKJV In chapter 13, the church in Antioch has a strong leadership team; Barnabas, Simeon who was called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen who had been brought up with HerodContinue reading “When the Holy Spirit Leads!”
Stirring Up Trouble!
Acts 12:1- Now about that time Herod the king stretched out his hand to harass some from the church. NKJV We’re familiar with the Sons of Thunder, James and John. After all, they were two of Jesus’ favorite disciples. When Peter was mending his nets, James and John were there, and Jesus told them to cast off intoContinue reading “Stirring Up Trouble!”
Anointed by God!
Acts 10:38- how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power, who went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with Him. NKJV I was a teenager when I was first anointed with oil. The pastor took a bottle of oil that represented the Holy Spirit, poured oilContinue reading “Anointed by God!”
Healings Continue!
Acts 9:32-Now it came to pass, as Peter went through all parts of the country, that he also came down to the saints who dwelt in Lydda. NKJV Paul had a dramatic conversion in Damascus. He began his ministry by preaching in Damascus, though many were hesitant to trust him. However, the Jews were not as skeptical aboutContinue reading “Healings Continue!”
What Will It Take?
Acts 8:30-31- So Philip ran to him, and heard him reading the prophet Isaiah, and said, “Do you understand what you are reading?” And he said, “How can I, unless someone guides me?” And he asked Philip to come up and sit with him. Amazing things happen in our lives when God is involved. ThingsContinue reading “What Will It Take?”
Target on Your Back!
Acts 6:12- And they stirred up the people, the elders, and the scribes; and they came upon him, seized him, and brought him to the council. NKJV Years ago, I read a testimony of a Russian who had become a Christian. When it was discovered that he believed in Jesus, he was arrested and sent to prison, in a coldContinue reading “Target on Your Back!”
Wonderful Jesus! 