Accepted by God Acts 11:1–18 When they heard these things. . . . they glorified God. Acts 11:18 The results of Peter’s explanation and defense of his ministry to the Gentiles were all good. Verse 18 says, “When they heard these things they fell silent. And they glorified God, saying, ‘Then to the Gentiles also God has…
A tale of two writers and their search for a deeper understanding of life’s purpose.
Biblical Religion Acts 9:36–43 She was full of good works and acts of charity. Acts 9:36 Christianity has a gospel of salvation from sin, and flowing from that is a practical calling to help and serve other people. Yes, Christianity calls people to turn from sin and respond to Jesus Christ in saving faith. But…
Christ Community generously invested in a new building to make room for more worshippers.
Owning Repentance Acts 8:9–25 Pray for me to the Lord. Acts 8:24 It is possible, just possible, that Simon was a believer. Nevertheless, this seems rather to be a case of one who had been exposed to strong preaching, was impressed by the miracles, and wanted to tap into the evident blessings of the gospel,…
A new book explores the biblical terminology of headship and considers how it impacts our understanding of Christ and marriage.
Stephen: The First Martyr Acts 7:54–60 [Stephen] . . . gazed into heaven and saw . . . Jesus standing at the right hand of God. Acts 7:55 Jesus is standing. Why? There have been two valid suggestions. One is that Jesus stood up to receive his martyr, Stephen. Sometimes we hear stories like that of the death of…
A new series takes a closer look at the formative years of American Presbyterianism.
Kooistra served as president of Covenant Theological Seminary and coordinator for Mission to the World.
The First Deacons Acts 6:1–7 Pick out from among you seven men of good repute, full of the Spirit and of wisdom. Acts 6:3 By electing deacons as the first administrative officers in the church other than the apostles, the church was electing people to do what above all else is most essential to true…