In response to King Saul’s second major error and his excuse, Samuel famously declared that to obey is better than sacrifice.
In two more cities, Paul and Barnabas preached the gospel boldly, which resulted in many new believers and violent opposition.
In his parting speech to the Ephesian elders, Paul showed with his actions and words what makes for a faithful shepherd in God's beloved...
The expression, “the body of Christ,” has become such a common name for the church that we may not reflect upon what it means...