The explosive growth of the church in Jerusalem led to the first threat of division between two groups, as recorded in Acts 6:1-7. Wisely the apostles recommended that the church choose a few good men to handle the urgent need that had arisen. These seven men freed up the apostles to preach and pray, and the church grew even more. The threat to unity and the way the church handled it can teach us how we also can maintain unity and promote continued growth in our church.
After Jesus gave his disciples very troubling news, he told them in John 14:1-14, "Let not your hearts be troubled." He went on to...
As God granted safety to all Paul's fellow passengers, so God grants eternal safety to all those who are connected to Jesus by faith.
On the first resurrection day, Jesus’ own disciples believed that he was raised as they remembered his words, understood the Scriptures, and broke bread...