The Debate
Acts 6:8-15 … Stephen is the most famous deacon in the church, and with his story we see persecution explode. Verse 10: “they were not able to resist the wisdom and the Spirit by which he spoke.” More →
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Response to Opposition
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Faced with opposition, the early church gathered and prayed. Acts 4:23 “And being let go, they went to their own companions and reported all that the chief priests and elders had said to them. More →
The Resurrection
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Matthew 28:1-20 is the account of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In this passage: First, the reality of the resurrection—“The angel answered and said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. More →
Christ’s Death Ahead
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Matthew 26:1-16 gives a preview to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. First, God’s plan was revealed—“(Jesus) said to His disciples, ‘You know that after two days is the Passover, and the Son of Man will be delivered up More →
On Whose Authority?
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In the account of Matthew 21:23-32, Jesus’ authority was questioned by the religious leaders, “The chief priests and the elders of the people confronted Him as He was teaching, and said, ‘By what authority More →
Tradition vs Commandment
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Matthew 15:1-20 reveals some important truths for us today. The principles of the Pharisees never die. First, hypocrites place great importance on outward things in religion—“Why do your disciples break More →