Monthly Archives: October 2013

Organized for the New Era

Posted on October 26, 2013 by jwm

Acts 1:12-26 gives you a picture of an important step in the process of the church of the Lord Jesus Christ becoming organized. Absolutely essential is prayer. Luke is describing the beginning of the church in its New Testament form. … Continue reading →

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Your King Has Gone Up!

Posted on October 19, 2013 by jwm

How seriously do you take the kingship of Christ? Acts 1:6-11 sets the stage for the accounts given in the rest of the book by showing you the majesty of your ascended Lord. Celebrate the triumph of your ascended Lord … Continue reading →

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The Gospel, Part 2

Posted on October 12, 2013 by jwm

Movie sequels often fail to live up to the original movie. Acts is a sequel to the Gospel of Luke, but the impact, if anything increases in Part 2. Acts 1:1-5 introduces Luke’s second volume, calling you to: listen to … Continue reading →

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Until He Returns

Posted on October 5, 2013 by jwm

Peter reflects a natural curiosity about what John’s relationship with Jesus will be. But the words of Jesus in John 21:18-25 are spoken to you as well: “What is that to you. You, follow me!” Follow Jesus in death and … Continue reading →

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