Acts 11-12
In Acts 11–12, the church welcomes Gentile believers, the disciples are first called Christians in Antioch, and God delivers Peter from prison amid growing persecution.
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Acts 9-10
In Acts 9–10, Saul is converted on the road to Damascus, and God shows that the gospel is for all people as Peter shares Christ with Cornelius and the Gentiles.
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Acts 7-8
In Acts 7–8, Stephen boldly testifies and is martyred, persecution scatters believers, and the gospel spreads through Philip’s ministry in Samaria and beyond.
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Acts 5-6
In Acts 5–6, the early church grows amid challenges, including internal deceit and external persecution, while the apostles appoint leaders to serve and continue preaching with power.
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Acts 3-4
In Acts 3–4, Peter heals a lame man, boldly proclaims Jesus, and the apostles face opposition yet continue preaching with courage and unity.
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Acts 1-2
In Acts 1–2, Jesus ascends to heaven, the Holy Spirit comes at Pentecost, and the early church is born as the disciples boldly preach and many believe.
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More than survival
As we finish Matthew 5, this first section of the Sermon on the Mount, I am reminded over and over that what I perceive and how I perceive the world to be and function is far different, many times, from the way the kingdom of God works. I grew up with many adages and sayings from parents…
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Luke 17-18
In Luke 17–18, Jesus teaches about forgiveness, faith, humility, persistent prayer, and the coming kingdom, highlighting childlike trust and wholehearted devotion.
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Luke 15-16
In Luke 15–16, Jesus shares parables about the lost and found, including the prodigal son, and teaches about faithfulness, stewardship, and the dangers of loving wealth.
