As we enter Acts 25, two years have passed since Paul was imprisoned under the rule of Felix. A new governor, Festus, has now come into power. At the urging of the Jewish leaders, Paul now stands before Festus in a fervent Q&A. Amazingly, Festus is so impressed by Paul...

In Acts 24, we find Tertullus, the prosecutor for the Jews, presenting prefabricated accusations against Paul that were no more fact than all of the flattery he was flinging at Felix, the Roman governor. But notice, after all of the prosecutor’s artificial adulation, Felix chooses not to question the apostle; the governor simply raises his hand unto Paul, and then gives him the floor...

In 1 Samuel 21, we see David at an all time low; he is faltering and failing in his faith. Later in his life, he will write of the value of waiting on God, trusting God, and seeking God's will; but for now, he is lying to priests and kings while fleeing in the face of fear. What is your greatest fear? With God you can find the strength to face it! You are invited to come this Thursday evening to see and hear how.

God’s people are Kingdom representatives. We need to take risks – we need to be daring, bold, strong and courageous; we need to step out in faith on God’s Word; we need to decide to follow Jesus and say there is no turning back. We may be in seasons of chaos, confusion, conflict, and calamity, but we cry out to Christ to come and renew us, restore us, rescue us...

We hope you will join us tonight for Selah Thursday, and Joe Matera’s message entitled, “Believe Big.” Joe will be sharing his testimony of how the Lord worked in and through his life, and the lives of so many others, as he battled an “incurable” cancer."...This sickness will not end in death but is for the glory of God, so that the Son of God may be glorified through it." John 11:4 We give ALL the glory to God!

As we continue in the book of Acts we see Paul facing numerous conflicts from within and without. We can often find ourselves “between a rock and a hard place.” But, how do we respond when we find ourselves between several rocks and hard places?

In 1 Samuel 20, the king is in the process of losing his mind, and his throne. Saul knows the truth - David is God’s chosen heir - but Saul still tries to deny it. In his humanity, in an attempt to change reality, in his desire to stay in a place of prosperity, Saul takes matters into his own hands. Tragically, we learn yet another lesson from the king; you can’t kill truth and keep God’s blessings.

Paul is overcome by a crowd trying to kill him because of gossip and false presumptions - but the Roman soldiers save his life! And look at vs.37! Did Paul respond to the crowd with righteous indignation and say, “Do you know who I am? The mighty apostle Paul!” No! In Paul's heart...

This chapter integrates the loyalty of some with the lies of others. We all long to "be” David in this passage - someone who’s loyal. We don't want to "be” Saul - a person who lies. Who is passing or failing the loyalty test in your life today? And, as believers are forgiven and saved by grace, are you willing to extend grace to those who have crossed the loyalty "line" in your life, and have NOT been faithful? And if you are willing...

Service... Ministry.... The "doing" behind the devotion. This passage describes the practical implications of the truth of the Gospel. What is the ultimate result of our faith? If you believe God, believe His Word is true, believe His grace and forgiveness are real, then actualize that belief by serving in the Body of Christ. That is truly "devoted doing".