The power of encouragement

The power of encouragement I did not immediately consult with flesh and blood, nor did I go up to Jerusalem to those who were apostles before me, but I went away to Arabia. – Galatians 1:16-17 Acts 9:26-28  26 When he arrived in Jerusalem, he attempted to associate with the disciples, and they were allContinue reading “The power of encouragement”

In-law problems ∙∙

In-law problems ∙∙ You are of your father the devil, and you want to do the desires of your father. – John 8:44 Acts 5:1-3  1 But a man named Ananias, with his wife Sapphira, sold a piece of property,  2 and kept back some of the price for himself, with his wife’s full knowledge,Continue reading “In-law problems ∙∙”

Confidence from within ∙

Confidence from within ∙ The Lord stood at his side and said, “Take courage; for as you have solemnly witnessed to My cause at Jerusalem, so you must witness at Rome also.”- Acts 23:11 Acts 9:10-17 10 Now, there was a believer in Damascus named Ananias. The Lord spoke to him in a vision, calling,Continue reading “Confidence from within ∙”

Incomplete obedience ∙

Incomplete obedience ∙ Even though Jesus was God’s Son, he learned obedience from the things he suffered. – Hebrews 5:8 Acts 5:1-4  1 But there was a certain man named Ananias who, with his wife, Sapphira, sold some property.  2 He brought part of the money to the apostles, claiming it was the full amount.Continue reading “Incomplete obedience ∙”

Selected and tasked ∙

Go, for he is my chosen instrument to carry my name before the Gentiles and kings and the children of Israel. – Acts 9:15 Acts 9:10-16  10 Now, there was a believer in Damascus named Ananias. The Lord spoke to him in a vision, calling, “Ananias!” “Yes, Lord!” he replied.  11 The Lord said, “GoContinue reading “Selected and tasked ∙”