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Paul at Paphos-proconsul, Sergius Paulus; Elymas, the sorcerer

Acts 13:4-12 HL & TH Paul filled with Holy Spirit, looked straight at Elymas…blind vs 6-12; the power of God displayed. 6. They traveled through the whole island until they came to Paphos. There they met a Jewish sorcerer and false … Continue reading

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Zacchaeus the Tax Collector

Luke 19:1-9 HL & TH Mixed with the wealthy chief tax collector, Zacchaeus; at that time, this profession is despised. Jesus was criticised for mixing with him. Jesus came to seek and to save the lost vs 10.

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More on God’s attributes

Psalm 111:1-10 HL & TH This psalm reveals more on God’s character. Words used like:Glorious and majestic…; his wonders…; faithful and just…; his precepts are trustworthy; provide redemption; holy and awesome is his name…; vs 10 The fear of the… … Continue reading

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Herod’s death

Acts 12:19 HL & TH Judgment on Herod…called himself God…this is the voice of a god, not of a man…an angel of the LORD struck him down and he was eaten by worms and died vs 21-23.

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A Blind Beggar Receives His Sight

Luke 18:35-42 HL & TH The blind man’s faith had healed him vs 39-42. He had faith in Jesus power of healing probably based on what he had heard on Jesus reputation and believed in it. He took action to … Continue reading

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Prayer on dealing on wicked & deceitful men

Psalm 109:1-31 This website bible references are largely from NIV June 1978. HL & TH *The psalmist prayer presumably King David’s prayer to God to deal with wicked and deceitful men. *The behaviour of evil people vs 2-5, 28..on friendship…on … Continue reading

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Peter in prison, angel encounter

Acts 12:1-25 HL & TH Peter put in prison and the angel of God frees him vs 8-11.

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Jesus Predicts His Death

Luke 18:31-34 HL & TH Nobody can predict the manner of his death and nobody has resurrected from death except Christ vs 32-33. Fulfilment of a prophecy vs 31.

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On heart steadfastness, God’s love and help

Psalm 108:1-13 HL & TH King David’s heart (vs 1) is 100% steadfast in God; immovable faith-total reliance/dependent on His protection, help and deliverance from his enemies. No wonder is called a man after God’s heart …praise…sing..with musical instruments… Vs … Continue reading

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The Church in Antioch

Acts 11:19-30 HL & TH Early church in Antioch-the spread of the gospel; inspite of the persecution…a great number of people were brought to the LORD. Paul and Barnabes involved in the kingdom building.

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