Month: December 2022

"For two whole years Paul stayed there in his own rented house and welcomed all who came to see him. He proclaimed the kingdom of God and taught about the Lord Jesus Christ—with all boldness and without hindrance!" Acts 28:30-31 Welcome to the end of 2022. When an end draws near, it is good to think … Continue reading “Begin Again”: A Weekly Devotional for a New Year, Week 52 →

"There was an estate nearby that belonged to Publius, the chief official of the island. He welcomed us to his home and showed us generous hospitality for three days. His father was sick in bed, suffering from fever and dysentery. Paul went in to see him and, after prayer, placed his hands on him and healed … Continue reading “Begin Again”: A Weekly Devotional for a New Year, Week 51 →

'Several days later Felix came with his wife Drusilla, who was Jewish. He sent for Paul and listened to him as he spoke about faith in Christ Jesus. As Paul talked about righteousness, self-control and the judgment to come, Felix was afraid and said, “That’s enough for now! You may leave. When I find it convenient, … Continue reading “Begin Again”: A Weekly Devotional for a New Year, Week 50 →

'“Brothers and fathers, listen now to my defense.” When they heard him speak to them in Aramaic, they became very quiet. Then Paul said: “I am a Jew, born in Tarsus of Cilicia, but brought up in this city. I studied under Gamaliel and was thoroughly trained in the law of our ancestors. I was … Continue reading “Begin Again”: A Weekly Devotional for a New Year, Week 49 →