It is almost a cliche to say that the Lord moves in mysterious ways, yet it continues to be an absolute truth. To advance His kingdom, God uses those whom He chooses, and He does so in an often unexpected manner. The classic of this truism is with the Pharisee Saul who became the Apostle…
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Acts 3:15 – You Killed the Author of Life
Following the astounding events at Pentecost, Jesus’ apostles walked in the power of the Spirit. They were given power from on high through the Spirit Baptism, and this gave them the means to be bold in Jesus’ Name. The Lord had taught them for three and a half years, He had opened their minds to…
Acts 2:21 – Everyone Who Calls
Following the crucifixion of Jesus and His rising from the grave, He met with His disciples, telling them to wait in Jerusalem because they would be imbued with power from on high. Indeed, as they met and prayed, the Holy Spirit came upon them, filling them with the power and authority of God Himself. In…
John 17:12 – The Son of Perdition
We’re going to take a little expedition into the land of speculation today based on a couple of intriguing verses in Scripture. The account of Judas Iscariot is a tragic one, and we wonder how such a man could do what he did in betraying Jesus Christ. There are clues, however, that perhaps give us…
John 11:9 – Walk In the Day
Jesus answered, “Are there not twelve hours in the day? If anyone walks in the day, he does not stumble, because he sees the light of this world. But if anyone walks in the night, he stumbles, because the light is not in him.” (John 11:9-10) Do you want to walk and not stumble? Walk…
Luke 10:20 – The Most Important Thing
Jesus demonstrated His authority when He sent out disciples in His Name. When He first sent out the Twelve, they received from Him the power to cast out demons and cure diseases, but in doing these miracles, their primary purpose was to proclaim the Kingdom of God (Luke 9:1-2). These were His handpicked men who…