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Doing The Will Of God
When we heard this, we and the people there pleaded with Paul not to go up to Jerusalem. Then Paul answered, “Why are you weeping and breaking my heart? I am ready not only to be bound, but also to die in Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus.” When he would not be dissuaded, we gave up and said, “The Lord’s will be done.” Acts 21: 12-14, NIV The Holy Spirit already revealed to Paul that he will experience suffering in Jerusalem. This is the reason why the other disciples pleaded him not to go there. But even though it breaks Paul’s heart to see them weep, still…
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It Is Through The Grace Of Our Lord Jesus That We Are Saved
No! We believe it is through the grace of our Lord Jesus that we are saved, just as they are. Acts 15:11, NIV Peter said these words when the Jewish Christians, Paul and Barnabas had an argument with regards to the circumcision of the Gentiles. The Jewish Christians wanted the Gentiles to be circumcised and follow the law that was written by Moses. But Paul had a different belief. So, Peter reminded them that just like them, they are all saved because of God’s grace. Sometimes, when we are so caught up with the things that we do, we became entitled of our accomplishments. We then associate our identity according…
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Acts 21:13, NIV
Then Paul answered, “Why are you weeping and breaking my heart? I am ready not only to be bound, but also to die in Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus.” Acts 21:13, NIV People were weeping when they heard that Paul would go back to Jerusalem. But even if they don’t want Paul to go, he is so decided to proceed to His plans. In fact, He is willing to die in the name of our Lord Jesus. He is willing to sacrifice His life just to glorify our Savior. Paul already knew that following Him was not easy, but He took the risk and let go of…
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Acts 20: 23-24, NIV
I only know that in every city the Holy Spirit warns me that prison and hardships are facing me. However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me – the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace. Acts 20: 23-24, NIV Paul knew the hardships he would experience in every city he visited. But even if he was aware of the dangers that were waiting for him, Paul didn’t give up. He considered his life worth nothing to him. He focused on the purpose of God. He set His…
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Acts 16:31, NIV
They replied, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved – you and your household.” Acts 16:31, NIV This is what Paul and Silas answered when the jailer asked them how can he be saved? He just needs to believe in the Lord Jesus. It means that He needs to activate His faith. It’s not about his own efforts and strengths. It’s not about his good deeds and the sacrifices that he made. It’s not even about following the law that Moses wrote. Salvation comes to those who choose to keep their faith. So if you find it hard to overcome the season that you are in. If…
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Day 303 – 1 Thessalonians 3:13
May He strengthen your hearts so that you will be blameless and holy in the presence of our God and Father when our Lord Jesus comes with all his holy ones. 1 thessalonians 3:13,NIV I just pray that God will give you the strength you need to face the problems in front of you. I pray that He will increase your faith so that you will grow and experience His great power. May you learn to look at the blessings around you and depend more on His grace. Receive God in your life, and He will purify you from the inside out. He will make you blameless and holy. You…
