Rome & Beyond (Acts 28)

MOTIVATE EXAMINE       Acts 28 1 After we were brought safely through, we then learned that the island was called Malta. For several weeks on a ship, they were questioning their beliefs, doubting their leaders, and regretting their decisions. When you’re on a ship in the middle of the ocean during a storm, you will second-guess…

Shipwreck (Acts 27)

MOTIVATE Life interruptions can be irritating or infuriating, but there is often a reason behind every disruption. Interruptions do not have to be viewed as thieves stealing happiness from our life. If we have the right focus, then we can view delays as divine appointments for how God is working in our life. Interruptions (or…

Trial & Testimony (Acts 21-26)

MOTIVATE What makes a great team: offense or defense? Thus far in Acts, the gospel has been on offense. The apostles preach in the open air and people get saved. The church sends missionaries into cities and homes with new disciples being made and new churches started. The Holy Spirit guides Peter, Philip, and Paul…

Waiting

Yesterday my wife had a procedure. She’s been waiting multiple months, and in some sense years to get this done. Women, especially mothers, often wait to take care of their own needs because they’re focused on helping others. My wife is a selfless example of this attitude. Her surgery took about ninety minutes and thankfully…