Daily Devotional
November 22, 2024
In 1 Corinthians 1-4, Paul addresses the Corinthians, expressing gratitude for their faith and spiritual gifts, urging unity and dismissing divisions centered around allegiance to different leaders, emphasizing that Christ alone is the foundation. He criticizes their worldly wisdom and divisions, teaching the power of the Gospel and the foolishness of human wisdom compared to God's, and reminds them of their identity as God's temple, urging them to live in humility and align with the true wisdom of God.
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Today’s Reading: Read I Corinthians 1-4 Choose a chore for your family to complete together today. Map out a plan so that each family member...
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Daily Devotional
November 21, 2024
In Acts 18:19-19:41, Paul debates with Jews in Ephesus and promises to return if God wills, while Apollos, an eloquent speaker, effectively refutes Jews with Scripture; Paul, encountering disciples baptized only into John’s baptism, teaches them of Jesus, leading to miraculous healings and conversions despite opposition from local craftsmen worried about their trade due to Paul's teachings that undermine idol worship.
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Today’s Reading: Read Acts 18:19-19:41 Moms and Dads- think of a time in your life when God answered a prayer in a miraculous way. Share...
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Daily Devotional
November 20, 2024
In 2 Thessalonians, Paul commends the Thessalonians for their growing faith and perseverance through persecution, reinforcing that their trials are a testament to their worthiness of God's kingdom, anticipating justice at Jesus' return. He warns them against deception regarding the Day of the Lord, emphasizing the need for steadfastness in faith amidst lawlessness and apostasy, and encourages discipline and diligence in their community, reminding them of his example and the importance of working for their sustenance.
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Today’s Reading: Read 2 Thessalonians Let’s talk about fear. What’s something that frightens you? Allow your family to discuss things that they might be afraid...
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In this episode of Sermon Notes, host Jay Strother is joined by guest Brian Ball to delve into the multifaceted challenges and triumphs faced by the Apostle Paul as recounted in the book of Acts and the letters to the Corinthians. They explore Paul's endurance, bi-vocational ministry, and the transformative power of the gospel amidst personal and communal adversity.
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Daily Devotional
November 19, 2024
In 1 Thessalonians, Paul expresses deep gratitude for the Thessalonians' faith and endurance despite persecution, emphasizing that their acceptance of the gospel was not in vain but powerfully worked within them. He details his conduct and care during his visit, defends his motives and actions, and stresses the transformative power of the gospel, which leads to a sanctified life, urging them to remain steadfast and hopeful in the promise of Christ's return.
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Today’s Reading: Read 1 Thessalonians Think of a friend who might need some encouragement today. Take some time to write a letter or make a...
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Daily Devotional
November 18, 2024
In Acts 17-18, Paul's ministry in Thessalonica faces Jewish opposition, leading to a riot, but in Berea, his teachings are more warmly received. He then travels to Athens, where his sermon at the Areopagus articulates the unknown God as the Creator, leading to mixed reactions, and later, he establishes the church in Corinth despite resistance, staying there for a year and a half to teach.
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Today’s Reading: Read Acts 17:1-18:18 In your Day-by-Day Chronological Bible, turn to the back page and study Paul’s Missionary journeys. Take some time to trace...
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GOSPEL CONVERSATION OPPORTUNITY Read Acts 16:25-31. Paul and Silas were in a jail cell because of their teachings. How do you think you would feel...
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