Acts 25:13–27 (NKJV) 13 And after some days King Agrippa and Bernice came to Caesarea to greet Festus. 14 When they had been there many days, Festus laid Paul’s case before the king, saying: “There is a certain man left a prisoner by Felix, 15 about whom the chief priests and the elders of the … Continue reading Before King Agrippa
Appeal to Caesar
Acts 25:1–12 (NKJV) 1 Now when Festus had come to the province, after three days he went up from Caesarea to Jerusalem. 2 Then the high priest and the chief men of the Jews informed him against Paul; and they petitioned him, 3 asking a favor against him, that he would summon him to Jerusalem—while … Continue reading Appeal to Caesar
Paul's Defense
Acts 24:10–27 (NKJV) 10 Then Paul, after the governor had nodded to him to speak, answered: “Inasmuch as I know that you have been for many years a judge of this nation, I do the more cheerfully answer for myself, 11 because you may ascertain that it is no more than twelve days since I … Continue reading Paul's Defense
The Prosecution's Case
Acts 24:1–9 (NKJV) 1 Now after five days Ananias the high priest came down with the elders and a certain orator named Tertullus. These gave evidence to the governor against Paul.2 And when he was called upon, Tertullus began his accusation, saying: “Seeing that through you we enjoy great peace, and prosperity is being brought … Continue reading The Prosecution's Case
Not on My Watch
Acts 23:23–35 (NKJV) 23 And he called for two centurions, saying, “Prepare two hundred soldiers, seventy horsemen, and two hundred spearmen to go to Caesarea at the third hour of the night; 24 and provide mounts to set Paul on, and bring him safely to Felix the governor.” 25 He wrote a letter in the … Continue reading Not on My Watch
LORD, TEACH US TO PRAY (PRINCIPLES OF POWERFUL PRAYER) – PART FOUR
Focused Prayer: Jesus and Effective Prayer 7 And when you pray, do not use vain repetitions as the heathen do. For they think that they will be heard for their many words.8 “Therefore do not be like them. For your Father knows the things you have need of before you ask Him.Matthew 6, NKJV Elements … Continue reading LORD, TEACH US TO PRAY (PRINCIPLES OF POWERFUL PRAYER) – PART FOUR
He Watches Over Me
Acts 23:11–22 (NKJV) 11 But the following night the Lord stood by him and said, “Be of good cheer, Paul; for as you have testified for Me in Jerusalem, so you must also bear witness at Rome.”12 And when it was day, some of the Jews banded together and bound themselves under an oath, saying … Continue reading He Watches Over Me
Shrewd Paul
Acts 22:30–23:10 (NKJV) 30 The next day, because he wanted to know for certain why he was accused by the Jews, he released him from his bonds, and commanded the chief priests and all their council to appear, and brought Paul down and set him before them. 1 Then Paul, looking earnestly at the council, … Continue reading Shrewd Paul
Use What You Have
LIVE@5 – Tuesday, August 2, 2022 Acts 22:22–29 (NKJV) 22 And they listened to him until this word, and then they raised their voices and said, “Away with such a fellow from the earth, for he is not fit to live!” 23 Then, as they cried out and tore off their clothes and threw dust … Continue reading Use What You Have
May I Speak?
LIVE@5 – Monday, August 1, 2022 Acts 21:39 - 22:21 (NKJV) 39 But Paul said, “I am a Jew from Tarsus, in Cilicia, a citizen of no mean city; and I implore you, permit me to speak to the people.”40 So when he had given him permission, Paul stood on the stairs and motioned with … Continue reading May I Speak?