Category Archives: Acts

Paul was pretty sure this would be the last time he would see them . . . and, they too knew in their hearts, that this would be the last opportunity to be fed by the one who had led … Continue reading →

It was more than just their literature going up in flames that day . . . it was their hobby . . . their private pursuits . . . perhaps even, their livelihoods. The scrolls were valuable to those who … Continue reading →

“Toto, I’ve a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore” . . . that’s what Paul might have been thinking (well, not exactly . . . he hadn’t seen Wizard of Oz . . . but maybe something like that) as … Continue reading →

It was a conversation that had to be had. How “Jewish” did a Gentile need to become in order to be “really saved?” That was the question on the table. How much ritual was required for full redemption? How much … Continue reading →

Ka-bam! It happened again this morning . . . a few short words . . . found in a much bigger story and context . . . which transported me into a “wonder land.” Not “I wonder what’s happening” land … Continue reading →

I tend to shy away from being a “Peter basher” . . . the apostle, not me . . . well, me too. The rap on the apostle Peter is that he was impetuous . . . that he acted … Continue reading →

You gotta know that Saul getting saved sure took a lot of pressure off of a lot of people. He had become pretty ramped up and obsessed with those who claimed to be disciples of a risen Jesus . . … Continue reading →

I know that, as a fad, it’s probably run its course. I know that during its day, it was overused . . . over marketed . . . and maybe, sometimes, a bit over the top. Think what you will … Continue reading →

It’s a simple prayer that has grabbed my attention this morning. One of those requests that, as you linger over it, you ask yourself, “Am I prepared to prayer such a prayer? If God granted the petition, am I ready … Continue reading →

Despite the irrefutable proof, there was still a decision that needed to made . . . an exercise of the will that needed to occur. That the man stood before them was undeniable . . . that he stood at … Continue reading →