Paul Arrives at Jerusalem—-Removing Contentions of Poisoned Minds

Acts 21:15-26 Staying with Mnason, one of the early Christians. Praising God for Paul's Holy Spirit filled ministry that led multitudes to Jesus Christ. Paul plotted against for teaching liberty in the Spirit and freedom from the letter of the law. Appeasing established guidelines and rules to be all things to all people. Followers of … Continue reading Paul Arrives at Jerusalem—-Removing Contentions of Poisoned Minds →

On the way to Jerusalem—Cargo unloaded, Christians out of the city, prayers on the sandy beach, and warning of the persecution to come.

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From Miletus: Paul’s Farewell to the Ephesian elders.

Acts 20:13-38 Arriving to Miletus from Troas. "Let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me." Paul's impending death and warning against the devouring wolves in sheep clothing. Commended to God, offer goodwill to the weak, and embrace our eternal inheritance. Arriving to Miletus from Troas."Then we went ahead to the ship and … Continue reading From Miletus: Paul’s Farewell to the Ephesian elders. →

Eutychus Raised from the Dead—Spoken Word, Death, and Resurrection

Acts 20:7-12. Some people talk on and on to kill the Spirit of Christ in us, but we continue to let the light of Christ shine who crucifies sin and brings life.

Macedonia and Greece–Encouragement and care in times of terror.

Acts 20:1-6 "After the uproar had ceased, Paul called the disciples to himself, embraced them, and departed to go to Macedonia." Acts 20:1 The uproar being referred to is when the people of Ephesus gathered against Paul and his companions for turning people away from the goddess Diana/Artemis and turning them to faith in Jesus Christ, as described in the … Continue reading Macedonia and Greece–Encouragement and care in times of terror. →

Riot in Ephesus—-System of today’s god is threatened by Jesus Christ

Acts 19:23-41 The topic of Acts 19:23-41 is the goddess Diana, also known as the goddess Artemis. She was known as the goddess of the hunt, the wilderness, wild animals, nature, vegetation, childbirth, care of children, chastity, and the daughter of the sky god. Diana/Artemis is a prophetic image of the god that governs the global … Continue reading Riot in Ephesus—-System of today’s god is threatened by Jesus Christ →

In Ephesus—Function of the Holy Spirit and Demonic Attacks

Acts 19:1-22 Have you received the Holy Spirit since you believed? What is the relationship between the Holy Spirit and speaking in tongues? Being rejected by the Jewish people, Paul preached the Gospel in the school of Tyrannus. Miracles accomplished through a handkerchief or apron belonging to Paul. Demonic activity overpowers a man wrongfully using … Continue reading In Ephesus—Function of the Holy Spirit and Demonic Attacks →

In Corinth–Successes and rejections of spreading the testimony of Jesus.

Acts 18:1-17 Paul meets with fellow Christians who were forced out of Rome. Paul preaches to the Jewish people, who rejects Christ, so Paul goes to the Gentiles. A Jewish ruler comes to Christ and many of the Corinthians believed and were baptized. The Lord encouraged Paul to continue his ministry in Corinth. Jewish people … Continue reading In Corinth–Successes and rejections of spreading the testimony of Jesus. →

In Athens—Proclaiming the unknown God to philosophers and reasoners.

Acts 17:16-34 Paul preaches against worldly god. Philosophers said, “What does this babbler want to say?” Paul brought to the Areopagus to explain his "new" and "strange" doctrine. The Unknown God All people of this earth are God's creation. As God's creation, we should not look to artificial and worldly sources for His Divine Nature. Resurrection … Continue reading In Athens—Proclaiming the unknown God to philosophers and reasoners. →