While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” So after they had fasted and prayed, they placed their hands on them and sent them off. (Acts 13:2-3 NIV)
In Acts 13, the church at Antioch…
“But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.” (2 Peter 3:18 NIV)
Growth is one of the clearest signs of life. Anything living grows. A child grows. A seed grows. A relationship grows. And the Christian life is no different.…
“for you know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night.” (1 Thessalonians 5:2 NIV).
Paul uses the metaphor of a thief in the night to emphasise the unexpected nature of Christ’s return. It won’t be announced or predictable. This verse is a wake-up call, an urgent…