1 And as they were speaking to the people, the priests and the captain of the temple and the Sadducees came upon them, greatly annoyed because they were teaching the people and proclaiming in Jesus the resurrection from the dead. ……7 And when they had set them in the midst, they inquired, “By what powerContinue reading “Acts 4: 1-2, 7-10,13c)-22….Weak Judges!”
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Acts 3: 1-10….Cured!
Now Peter and John were going up to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour. And a man lame from birth was being carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple that is called the Beautiful Gate to ask alms of those entering the temple. Seeing Peter and JohnContinue reading “Acts 3: 1-10….Cured!”
Acts 2: 14-17,22-24,37&38….Peter must reply and he does – powerfully!
14 But Peter, standing with the eleven, lifted up his voice and addressed them: “Men of Judea and all who dwell in Jerusalem, let this be known to you, and give ear to my words. 15 For these people are not drunk, as you suppose, since it is only the third hour of the day.Continue reading “Acts 2: 14-17,22-24,37&38….Peter must reply and he does – powerfully!”
Acts 2: 1-13….Empowered!
When the day of Pentecost arrived, they were all together in one place. And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like a mighty rushing wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. And divided tongues as of fire appeared to them and rested on each one of them. And they wereContinue reading “Acts 2: 1-13….Empowered!”
John 16: 4b-15….What will the Holy Spirit do?
“I did not say these things to you from the beginning, because I was with you. But now I am going to him who sent me, and none of you asks me, ‘Where are you going?’ But because I have said these things to you, sorrow has filled your heart. Nevertheless, I tell you theContinue reading “John 16: 4b-15….What will the Holy Spirit do?”
John 14:15-24….Part of Jesus long farewell talk with His disciples.
“If you love me, you will keep my commandments. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and willContinue reading “John 14:15-24….Part of Jesus long farewell talk with His disciples.”
1 Thessalonians 5: 23-28….Succinct but Powerful!
Now may the God of peace himself sanctify you completely, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. He who calls you is faithful; he will surely do it.Brothers, pray for us.Greet all the brothers with a holy kiss.I put you under oathContinue reading “1 Thessalonians 5: 23-28….Succinct but Powerful!”
1 Thessalonians 5: 12-22….A few details!
We ask you, brothers, to respect those who labor among you and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, and to esteem them very highly in love because of their work. Be at peace among yourselves. And we urge you, brothers, admonish the idle, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, be patient withContinue reading “1 Thessalonians 5: 12-22….A few details!”
1 Thessalonians 5: 1-11….About thieves and pregnancy!
Now concerning the times and the seasons, brothers, you have no need to have anything written to you. For you yourselves are fully aware that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. While people are saying, “There is peace and security,” then sudden destruction will come upon them asContinue reading “1 Thessalonians 5: 1-11….About thieves and pregnancy!”
Proverbs 16:22-33: Sometimes we must decide on the spot!
22 Good sense is a fountain of life to him who has it,but the instruction of fools is folly.23 The heart of the wise makes his speech judiciousand adds persuasiveness to his lips.24 Gracious words are like a honeycomb,sweetness to the soul and health to the body.25 There is a way that seems right toContinue reading “Proverbs 16:22-33: Sometimes we must decide on the spot!”
As I read it! 