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Persevering through Persecution: Paul and Silas in Berea
As soon as it was night, the believers sent Paul and Silas away to Berea. On arriving there, they went to the Jewish synagogue. Acts 17:10, NIV Paul and his companions visited Thessalonica and shared the good news in their synagogue. A great number of people followed them, but a certain group of Jews persecuted them. That’s why they went to Berea since the believers in Thessalonica wanted Paul and Silas to be safe and escape persecution. However, in the second part of the verse, Paul and Silas went to the Jewish synagogue and weren’t afraid of persecution. They continued to share the gospel despite what they experienced in Thessalonica. If I…
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Paul Patiently Dealt With The Disciples According To God’s Ways
When he came to Jerusalem, he tried to join the disciples, but they were all afraid of him, not believing that he really was a disciple. Acts 9:26, NIV When Saul went to Jerusalem years after encountering Jesus in Damascus, the disciples were hesitant to welcome him. Before Saul met Jesus, he persecuted Christians and threatened their lives. He put them in prison, and many of them suffered because of him. This must’ve been why the disciples in Jerusalem found it hard to accept him. I would have probably felt the same way if I had worn their shoes. Fear would possibly dominate my heart, especially when I recall the…
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Day 453 – Luke 16:13
“No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money.” Luke 16:13, NIV You can only serve one master at a time. If you are in the middle of a battle right now because you are worried about getting more money at the same time serving God, then let this remind you about the things that you need to focus on. Set your eyes on the One thing that can bring you through eternity. Serve God and put His kingdom first. Everything else will then…
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Serve God no Matter what Season you are in
Are you in the waiting season? Or are you in the middle of the wilderness? Whatever season you are in, continue to serve God and stay faithful to Him. Yes, it’s not easy to think of the great things in life, especially when you can’t simply understand your situation, but know that God’s love for you will never change. Have faith in Him, and always remember all your efforts will never be in vain in the presence of God. He will nourish the seeds that you planted and make them grow in His perfect timing. You will see the fruits of your labor. One day, you will learn to open…
