Paul moves on from Ephesus to encourage other churches. Along the way he preaches and teaches wherever he finds himself. One such sermon proved deadly as a young man both…
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In Ephesus the gospel proves to be disruptive to the old way of life. The whole city is brought to a boiling point for fear of their economy, idolatry, and…
In this radical encounter we are reminded that our battle is not just against flesh and blood. As one author would say we should aim to be known in Heaven…
In Ephesus, Paul has back to back encounters with people who have experienced the baptism of John, but have yet to step into the fullness of what Jesus has accomplished…
As Paul continues his journey, he comes to Corinth. In Corinth he works as a tentmaker while continuing to proclaim the good news. In Corinth Paul faces much the same,…
Paul shows us what it means to exegete our culture and point people to the hope we all in need in the gospel. Paul shows us the importance of paying…
Paul reasoned with those in Thessalonica, by walking through the Scriptures. In Berea, they are met by a people eager to hear the word and to examine the scriptures. Strong…
Paul and Silas find themselves in jail, and what do they do to keep themselves occupied? Well, sing of course! And when the doors open, do you flee or stay…
In this passage we see a community divided and then united by the work of the Spirit and for the cause of Christ. But even in this seminal moment, we…