I preached this message on Sunday, January 22, 2023, the week before we would have our first combined service with three other local congregations. The reference to 5th Sunday services refers to the months that have five Sundays. It means you can have up to 4 combined services in a given year. This message is …
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A House Divided?
Not very long ago, something occurred to me while reading one of Paul’s epistles in the New Testament. As was the custom in his day, he always includes a greeting to the letter’s recipient at the outset. Here are a few examples: To the church of God at Corinth, to those sanctified in Christ Jesus, …
Reflections on the Book of Acts #28: Paul, Rome, and the Witness of the Church in the Power of the Holy Spirit
So we’ve reached the end. This is the last chapter of Acts. I’ve really enjoyed being able to share these thoughts and committing to doing so kept me faithful in reading. There have been a few times when I didn’t post as early as I’d like, but I still haven’t missed a day. Of course, …
Reflections on the Book of Acts #26: Agrippa
Here's the link to Acts 26. Paul gives his testimony to King Agrippa. Festus, also present, thinks Paul is crazy for believing in Jesus’ resurrection. But what I love about this chapter is the little conversation between Paul and Agrippa. Knowing he believes in the prophets, Paul asks him if he believes his experience with …
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Reflections on the Book of Acts #25: False Charges
Here's the link to Acts 25. Paul's accusers are too stubborn to let go of their animus even after two years, so they make another attempt to plot his assassination. Paul is in a Caesarean prison. They try and get Festus to bring Paul to Jerusalem so they can ambush him on the way and …
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