The Unity of the Spirit

The Unity of the Spirit

” Then they returned to Jerusalem from the mount called Olivet, which is near Jerusalem, a Sabbath day’s journey away. And when they had entered, they went up to the upper room, where they were staying, Peter and John and James and...
Expect Persecution

Expect Persecution

 “Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice insofar as you share Christ’s sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed.” (1...
United in Jesus

United in Jesus

“I have manifested your name to the people whom you gave me out of the world. Yours they were, and you gave them to me, and they have kept your word. Now they know that everything that you have given me is from you. For I have given them the words that you gave me,...
Expect Persecution

How To Live Under Persecution

“Now who is there to harm you if you are zealous for what is good? But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy,. . .” (1 Peter 3:13-15a) Do...
He Ascended Into Heaven

He Ascended Into Heaven

“It is not for you to know times or seasons that the Father has fixed by his own authority.” (Acts 1:7) As we celebrate the Feast of the Ascension, we need to be reminded that the Lord Jesus has promised to come back and establish his Kingdom on earth forever. The...
United in Jesus

Our Helper

“If you love me, you will keep my commandments. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with...