A Chosen Generation! Revised!

1 Peter 2:9 – But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; But you are a chosen generation! I have always been moved by this verse in 1 Peter.Continue reading “A Chosen Generation! Revised!”

Turn the World!

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!”

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!”

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!”

Called to the Carpet!

Acts 11:2-3- And when Peter came up to Jerusalem, those of the circumcision contended with him, saying, “You went into uncircumcised men and ate with them!” What a wonderful way to start the New Year! My dearest family and friends, welcome to 2025! Peter was an apostle to the Jews. He spent all of his time with the Jewish people,Continue reading “Called to the Carpet!”

Growing Through Fellowship

Acts 2:42- And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers. NKJV We’re still in chapter 2 of Acts, and a lot of things have happened. First, the Spirit of God comes in like a mighty rushing wind baptizing the disciples and they speak in new tongues. Then,Continue reading “Growing Through Fellowship”

A Time of Victory!

Luke 24:5-6a-Then, as they were afraid and bowed their faces to the earth, they said to them, “Why do you seek the living among the dead? He is not here, but is risen! NKJV They crucified our Savior on the tree and laid Him in a tomb. Everyone thought it was over with. That was the end of theContinue reading “A Time of Victory!”

A Time of Prayer! Repost!

Luke 22: 39-40- Coming out, He went to the Mount of Olives, as He was accustomed, and His disciples also followed Him. When He came to the place, He said to them, “Pray that you may not enter into temptation.” NKJV There comes a time in all of our lives when a quick prayer just won’t do! AContinue reading “A Time of Prayer! Repost!”