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Thorough Knowledge Yet Room To Grow
The description of Apollos is attractive to anyone who wished to see the good news of Jesus Christ advanced. He was a fervent speaker, thorough in his knowledge of the word of God, and he spoke accurately…
Created over 2 years ago
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Coming to Painful Conclusions
At first brush this passage seems painless. But when God calls, scritpure bears out that it seldom, if ever free of physical and social harm. There is always cost incurred in following Jesus. The spiritual…
Created over 2 years ago
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Idol Talk
The issue of idols is an age old problem. I want to consider the fertility idols in the context of early church's letter to the Gentiles. The Israelite received definitive direction on idols through Moses.…
Created over 2 years ago
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Parting Company
There is a "sharp disagreement" between Paul and Barnabas (the encourager) over whether or not to give John Mark another chance. Paul clearly felt that John Mark was a deserter and with good reason. Barnabas…
Created over 2 years ago
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He Made No Distinction
In Acts 9 we began to see a change in attitude regarding the Gentiles. God instigates this early in the new church life all by Himself. First He announces it to Ananias regarding Paul's call (Acts 9:15).…
Created over 2 years ago
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Going to the standard
Paul goes to the source for validation of who he is, decisions he has made, and plans that have been changed. It appears that he is making the point that we are not the center of the universe with God…
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