It is hard to imagine what the world would be like without Saul of Tarsus (the apostle Paul), but it would have been harder to imagine that such a violent persecutor of Christians would become a Christian and a missionary. His conversion and call, recorded in Acts 9:1-22, teach us not to despair of anyone or of ourselves, because God’s grace is sufficient for them and for us.
The Day of the Lord comes like a thief in the night but not for those who live in the light.
Daniel’s three friends preferred to die rather than renounce their faith, knowing that God would be with them no matter what.
Instructions to slaves and masters orient all Christians toward commitment and service to the Lord Jesus.
