The Book of Acts in the Bible is full of stories of people who were on mission for Jesus Christ and the gospel. Their assignments were not always easy, but they trusted in God and the gospel spread far and wide. The story of Saul and Ananias is a good…
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If the gospel is true, now what?
Peter, transformed by the Holy Spirit, boldly proclaimed the gospel, and those who heard him were cut to the heart and moved to respond. Suddenly, they saw their sin for what it was and realized what Jesus had accomplished with His death and resurrection. God had opened their eyes, and…
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How Did I Get Here? The Slow Fade Into Captivity.
Have you ever noticed that when you end up stuck in a stronghold, you’re not even sure how you got there? One day you wake up and realize you’re a prisoner and you know you didn’t start that way! The same is true for the Israelites. Their journey to Egypt…
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First Things First – What it’s all about.
For a reporter, the lede is a critical part of your story. It is in those first few sentences that you give your readers the most important information. You state the facts upfront and they decide if they want to keep reading. The beginning of Romans reads like the beginning…
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The Basics of Our Faith – An Introduction to Romans
Self-help books, TED talks, and mental health apps are very popular these days. Everyone seems to be looking for tips and insights into living their best life now. Time management. Self-care. Goal achievement. You name it, you can find an expert with a solution. How do we even begin to…