Acts 8 English Standard Version (ESV) Saul Ravages the Church 8 And Saul approved of his execution. And there arose on that day a great persecution against the church in Jerusalem, and they were all scattered throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria, except the apostles. 2 Devout men buried Stephen and made great lamentation…
This message contrasts Jesus, the door of the sheep and the Good Shepherd with all who have preceded Him and shows that He alone is able to give abundant life, a life that begins here, but continues into eternity. This life is not simply for the people of Israel, but for all who will believe…
Alex Donnelly from Peru. The Resurrection 24 But on the first day of the week, at early dawn, they went to the tomb, taking the spices they had prepared. 2 And they found the stone rolled away from the tomb, 3 but when they went in they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. 4 While they were perplexed about this, behold, two men…
Jesus’ cry of “I thirst” from the cross teaches us much about who he is. It shows his humanity, but in the way that John records it he also emphasises how it proved that he is the Christ, the Son of God. In the light of what John records about water and thirsting elsewhere it…
Jesus words to the penitent thief on the cross teach us much about what a Christian is, what a Christians destiny is, and the confidence Christians can have by the grace of God Luke 23 English Standard Version (ESV) Jesus Before Pilate 23 Then the whole company of them arose and brought him before Pilate.…
This message considers the fact that battle have their place in the strengthening and equipping of God’s people. When the battle is complete God’s grace is seen in a fuller way and that is for all His people whether they go through the battle or care for God’s people 19 Nothing was missing, whether small…
This message shows that the way to Go’s peace begins with a disturbance. There is no place for complacency in the Christian life, and the peace that we all seek is found only as God is seen in all of His glory. 6 For thus says the Lord of hosts: Yet once more, in a little while, I will shake…
This message seeks to underline the principle and practices that produce a faithful Christian Ministry. Leaders relate to God’s people, but essentially lead through a faithful relationship with God that applies the Word of God to His people, seeking to honour Him. 15 Samuel judged Israel all the days of his life. 1 Samuel 7:15…
This message begins by showing that Jesus is the Lord of the Old and New Testaments. His every intention is good, and He has the strength and intimate knowledge to care for all who run to Him for refuge. 7 The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; he knows those who…
This message shows that the Day of Pentecost of a meeting of the Word of God and the Spirit of God. That Word was received by the people in the power of the Spirit leading to the conversion of about 3,000 people who aligned themselves with the Church, manifesting the work of the Spirit. 41…