Acts 18:10 These simple words were spoken to strengthen a discouraged apostle in a difficult place—and they remain a deep well of confidence for Christ’s people today. God reminds Paul of an important truth. Even in a city full of idolatry, immorality, and indifference to the gospel, God had already chosen a people for Himself. … Continue reading “I Have Many People in This City”
Month: December 2025
The Risen Christ in Our Midst
John 20:19–23 When Jesus appeared to His fearful disciples, He lovingly gave them visible, tangible proof of His resurrection. He showed them His hands and His side—real wounds in a real, risen body. He wanted them to know beyond question: the crucified Lord is now the living Lord. Even in glory, Jesus is the Lamb … Continue reading The Risen Christ in Our Midst
“When the Risen Christ Speaks Peace”
John 20:19–23 When the risen Jesus first appeared to His disciples, His opening words were: “Peace be with you.” This was no empty greeting. After their failure, fear, and confusion, Jesus did not meet them with blame or rebuke. His first word from beyond the tomb was peace—peace grounded in His finished work, His shed … Continue reading “When the Risen Christ Speaks Peace”
The Loud Cry That Silenced Death
Matthew 27:45–49; Luke 23:46 “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?” … “Father, into Your hands I commit My spirit.” At the ninth hour, darkness covered the land and Jesus cried out, “Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?” These words were not the groan of a mere martyr crushed by physical pain. No. In that … Continue reading The Loud Cry That Silenced Death
The Grace That Saves to the Uttermost
LUKE 23:39–43 Few scenes in Scripture show Christ’s saving power more vividly than the conversion of the dying thief. At the very moment of Jesus’ greatest weakness, He was hanging in agony on the cross. He still had divine power to hear a sinner’s cry. He grants saving mercy. The thief had nothing to offer. … Continue reading The Grace That Saves to the Uttermost
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