“in order that no advantage be taken of us by Satan, for we are not ignorant of his schemes.” 2 Corinthians 2:11 Not ignorant – Can you make the same claim that Paul did? Are you acquainted with the schemes of Satan so that you recognize his handiwork before it takes hold? The Greek word…
“Paul was pressed in the spirit, and testified to the Jews that Jesus was Christ.” Acts 18:5 (KJV) In the spirit – If you read this verse in modern translations, you won’t find these words. Instead, you will read “Paul devoted himself entirely” or something like that. Why? Because this is one of those Greek…
“Paul was pressed in the spirit, and testified to the Jews that Jesus was Christ.” Acts 18:5 (KJV) Pressed – Have you ever had that feeling inside the seemed to push you toward a goal no matter what the circumstances? Have you ever experienced an inner compulsion that just wouldn’t let up? It’s like a…
“Now I urge you, brethren, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit to strive together with me in your prayers for me,” Romans 15:30 For me – A few days ago a believer wrote to me. “Sometimes I just feel like it’s so selfish of me to ask others to…
“Now I urge you, brethren, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit to strive together with me in your prayers for me,” Romans 15:30 Strive together – There is an English cognate in this Greek word that you need to know. As soon as you see it, you will understand…
Now I urge you, brethren, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit to strive together with me in your prayers for me,” Romans 15:30 Urge – Paul wasn’t afraid to ask for help. He knew that he needed the prayers of others. In fact, he did more than mention his…
“Most gladly, therefore, I will rather boast about my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may dwell in me.” 2 Cor 12:9 Dwell – We have been “dwelling” on this verse for ten days. Now we’re at the end. The entire purpose of weakness is this: that Jesus may take up residence in me. My…
“Most gladly, therefore, I will rather boast about my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may dwell in me.” 2 Cor 12:9 I will boast – Yesterday we heard the emcee speak about the lives we hide from view. But where do you suppose he found out about all that stuff? Did you notice that…
“Most gladly, therefore, I will rather boast about my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may dwell in me.” 2 Cor 12:9 Boast – It’s your finest hour. You are about to be introduced to the audience as the guest speaker. The crowd is there to celebrate your life. The emcee steps to the microphone. …
“Most gladly, therefore, I will rather boast about my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may dwell in me.” 2 Cor 12:9 Most Gladly– How do you feel about your weaknesses? Do you try to cover them up? Do you avoid speaking about your defects or past failures? Do you present an unblemished image of…
