In Galatians 2:1-14, Paul continued his personal story about his interaction with the leaders in Jerusalem, relating that they completely supported his message and ministry. He recounted these events in detail in order to defend the gospel and protect the unity of the church. It is still true today that we can maintain unity amidst great cultural diversity only if we hold on to the one and only gospel.
In John 20:19-31, Jesus appeared to his disciples twice, once to commission and equip them and a second time to show himself to Thomas....
The model described in Colossians 4:2-6 of ministry to those outside the church is very simple: pray, walk, and talk.
In Ruth 4, we come to the conclusion of the story of Ruth. However, the author has several surprises in store for us readers...