The Hour of Testing in Gethsemane

Luke 22:31-53. Luke As Jesus considered the cup that He must drink for us all, we see the stress, pressure and conflict he faced in His prayer to the Father. Yet, he showed that final resolve to the Father’s will despite what laid ahead. But what was that cup? Was it more than the physical […]

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Grace that is Added

2 Cor 12:7-10. Just like Paul, we may often pray that our trouble or suffering would be taken away. We think that would be best for us. But God’s answer to Paul was not to take something away, but to add something. He told Paul that added grace was sufficient for him. Paul learned to […]

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Facing the Call Head On

Acts 21:1-26. As Paul completes the 3rd Missionary Journey his eyes are set on Rome and ultimately Rome. Although the HS testifies of sufferings ahead and the disciples plead with Paul not to go there, he knows he must venture forwards in God’s plan. He must face the Call head-on.

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