In Acts 17:24-34 we get to hear a sermon that Paul preached to philosophers in Athens. He presented to them biblical truths about God, humans, Jesus, and our response. The game-changing declaration that got Paul laughed off stage was the resurrection of Jesus. The news about the resurrection left others curious enough to want to hear more, some of whom ended up believing the gospel message. That gospel is the same today, as relevant to us as it was to those philosophers, and life-changing good news to any who will believe it.
Although Christians may suffer much, and many things are against us, we will end up being hyper-victorious in Christ.
The expression, “the body of Christ,” has become such a common name for the church that we may not reflect upon what it means...
In three related episodes, Jesus demonstrated his authority to forgive our sins.