Ananias played a significant part in helping Saul come to know Jesus. From this, we can see that God can use obscure people. We only hear of Ananias in this chapter. Saul, later known as Paul, was a key evangelist in the early church. One would assume that someone like Peter or one of the …
A mature believer would tell you, “Don’t be afraid to obey God.” Perhaps you struggle to obey God’s commands. As we grow in our relationship with the Lord, we develop trust and know we can follow God’s directions even if they seem unusual. As Saul was on his way to persecute believers in Damascus, Ananias, …
Truth saves but lies destroy is a theme throughout the Bible. Jesus contrasts the enemy and himself. John 10:10 The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. [1] To follow satan is to follow the path of death, and the path of Jesus …
The judgment of God is something we need to take seriously. Although the Lord is merciful and full of grace, He is also a God of judgment. Peter explains why the Lord brings judgment. 1 Peter 1:17 And remember that the heavenly Father to whom you pray has no favorites. He will judge or reward you …
Paul gives us a Biblical principle: we reap what we sow. Galatians 6:7 Don’t be misled—you cannot mock the justice of God. You will always harvest what you plant.[1] As you meditate on this verse, you will see that the Lord has much to say to us. We may fool others about our giving or …