With his life hanging in the balance, Paul continues to share the gospel using his gifts, talents, resources and experiences with all who will listen. His heart clearly desires that others know, live, and speak the truth. Read Acts 26:1-32 1) What stands out to you? 2) What questions or challenges need to be […]
Even while Paul was accused, he took every opportunity to explain the gospel. Though the intent of Felix may have being to get money from Paul, it didn’t curb Paul’s passion and willingness to share over the course of two years. He pressed on fully trusting in Jesus, His finished work at the cross, […]
Sometimes we have a tendency to forget that the “characters” of the Bible were real people with real fears and flaws. They needed encouragement in the same way you do; Paul included. We see that he cleverly starts a disagreement between the Pharisees and Sadducees regarding resurrection which gets him safely away from […]
Paul’s path and purpose became clear after his encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus. Whether mocked, beaten, or scourged, he was unwilling to stray from his mission. The person of Jesus and the love shown by his finished work at the cross, has the power to save a soul and change the paradigm […]
As Paul travels, he is continuos led by the Spirit and begins to see and communicate a final goodbye to those he has poured into. Knowing that he will not see their face again. He commends them to God and the gospel and reminds them to work hard as it is better to give […]
While Paul continues his missionary journey, he’s met with many opportunities to encourage his fellow brethren as well as many who oppose him. The message of good news continues to spread to Greece, Macendonia and beyond in accordance with God’s perfect plan. Read Acts 20:1-12 1) What do you observe in the text? 2) […]
The good news is not always embraced. Some are not able to humble themselves and let God be on the throne of their lives. We must continue to be faithful in out role to proclaim the good news of Jesus! We can fully trust that God’s perfect plan will be carried out. Read Acts 19:1-10 […]
Even Paul dealt with fear. We see the Lord speaking directly into this fear today. Read Acts 18:1-28 1) What stands out in the text today? 2) What questions need to be answered? 3) What’s the main theme of this section? 4) What is the application for the original readers? 5) Hiw does this […]
Paul payed attention to his audience so he could preach and persuade them for Christ with the references they would understand. It’s important to be observant and to listen and look for opportunities as we share the good news of Jesus. Read Acts 17:26-34 1) Observation – What stands out in this passage? 2) […]
Luke shares that those in the synagogue at Berea were more “noble-minded” than their previous counterparts at Thessalonica. What made them so? They received the word with eagerness and searched the scriptures to confirm what he was saying. As God is revealing truth to you through your preacher, are you eager to test […]