It’s one of those “wow, I never saw that” moments.
As I was reading in Acts I came upon the story in chapter 12 of Peter being arrested by Herod. But an angel released him from the prison cell. Continue reading
Forgiveness
Christian – part 12
And he said, “Brethren and fathers, listen: The God of glory appeared to our father Abraham when he was in Mesopotamia, before he dwelt in Haran, and said to him, ‘Get out of your country and from your relatives, and come to a land that I will show you.’ Acts 7:2-3 Continue reading
Christian – part 11
The human mind is geared toward negativity and pessimism. To think the opposite is somewhat contrary to natural thinking. Years of negative conditioning have brought this genetic defect into the forefront. Continue reading
Christian – part 10
Do you remember the controversy between Pope Francis and Donald Trump? It was during his tour of Mexico when he addressed the issue of Trump’s comments on a border wall.
The Pope said, Continue reading
Christian – part 9
I believe Christian’s are some of the most giving people around. It doesn’t matter if those needing help are Christian, Muslim, Buddhist, or atheist – if someone is in need a Christian will help. Continue reading
Christian – part 8
As the church began to grow, the faith of the apostles did too. They performed miracles and healings as they preached the resurrection power of Jesus.
This did not set too well with the religious crowd over at the Temple. The Sanhedrin had a couple of the apostles arrested. Continue reading
Christian – part 7
The list of characteristics that led those early believers to be called Christian continues to grow.
So far it includes being together in belief, filled with the Spirit, testifying about the scriptures, proclaiming Jesus as the only way, giving the plan of salvation, and continuing every day! Continue reading
Christian – part 6
Christianity is not a passing fad. It’s not like bell bottoms, CB radio, and hula-hoop’s.
Being a Christian is for life. Continue reading
Christian – part 5
The next rule-of-thumb for being a Christian also comes from the Day of Pentecost.
After the disciples were filled with the Holy Spirit and began proclaiming the Good News, Peter preached the sermon of Pentecost. Continue reading
Christian – part 4
So far we have discovered between the ascension of Christ and the naming of Christian’s at Antioch, that several things have happened. Continue reading