Arrested, Confined, Shackled . . . Still Smiling
If your circumstances are extremely trying and not likely to change soon, how do you go on? Find out how Paul lived above his circumstances, not under them. Can we still do that today?
If your circumstances are extremely trying and not likely to change soon, how do you go on? Find out how Paul lived above his circumstances, not under them. Can we still do that today?
Most testimonies tell of how strength prevailed on the road to greatness. But this story is about the acceptance of weakness, as a man was “cut down to size” by the presence of unrelenting pain.
The people Moses led received continual blessings, yet they kept wandering and complaining. They paid a price for trying God’s patience, which is a lesson and warning we can learn much from today.
Paul, the prisoner, stood before the mighty and high-powered rulers at Caesarea and gave his testimony. Governor Festus finally interrupted him with the words, “You are out of your mind!”
It’s sometimes a confusing issue to figure out how God sovereignly works His will through closed or open doors. A closed door may open up incredible experiences and results we never expected.
In a remarkable scene in Acts, Peter was rescued from prison by an angel. It was such a humanly impossible situation that even those praying for his deliverance couldn’t believe it.
Return to that remarkable time in the first century A.D. when thousands of complete strangers were transformed into a close-knit community devoted to the same spiritual priorities.
Hear about a very successful man (a king) who allowed his own popularity and power to erode his life. He had enormous potential until his pride took charge, which led to his downfall.
Because of Jezebel’s threat, Elijah was disillusioned, downcast, and discouraged. Discover why as well as how God dealt with His broken servant. What about when we feel blue?
Goliath was pretty big in size, but he was dwarflike compared to the God who empowered David. Find the strength you need to face the “giants” in your own world.