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Acts

This is a collection of devotional posts from the book of Acts. They are sorted according to when they were written, with the most recent first. To see them in their biblical order, select them from the menu.

Worship in Times of Suffering

Worship in Times of Suffering – Acts 16:25

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When you face challenges because you are a Christian, rather than complain, worship God. And never forget that others are watching.

believe in the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved

Believe in the Lord Jesus – Acts 16:30-31

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What must I do to be saved? Paul's response to the jailer was to believe in the Lord Jesus. There is nothing I can do. Just surrender your life to his working.

King Jesus

King Jesus – Acts 17:6-7

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For us who are in the kingdom of God, Jesus is king. He is the one who should have our ultimate allegiance, over every other authority.

Examine the Scripture

Examining the Scriptures – Acts 17:11

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Is the Bible your authority in spiritual matters? Can you use it effectively? Do you examine them to verify other truth claims?

God made all nations

God Made All the Nations – Acts 17:26

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In God's sovereign plan for creation, he made all of the nations that exist, or have existed, for his own purposes.

responsibility for sharing the gospel

Responsibility for Sharing the Gospel – Acts 18:6

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How much responsibility do I bear for the lost that I encounter but do not share Christ with? Am I a faithful watchman, giving a warning?

Are you known as a disciple of Jesus?

Are You Known as a Disciple of Jesus? – Acts 19:15

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Do the people, and evil spirits, around you know you as a disciple of Jesus? Or is your life no different than that of the rest of the world.

how to change society

How to Change Society – Acts 19:26-27

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We can most effectively change society through the gospel of Jesus Christ, rather than trying to legislate morality.

repentance and faith

Repentance and Faith – Acts 20:21

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Paul's primary mission was to call people to turn to God in repentance and to have faith in our Lord Jesus. Should we not follow his example?

running the race

Faithful in Running the Race – Acts 20:24

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Are you running the race that God has laid out for you? Or are you distracted by the cares and concerns of life? Strive for the finish line.

innocent of the blood

Innocent of your Blood – Acts 20:26-27

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Paul has a significant message for teachers. Only by teaching the whole will of God can we be innocent of the blood of those we teach.

willing to die for Jesus

Willing to Die for the Lord Jesus – Acts 21:13

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How committed to faith in Christ are you? Are you ready to be bound, and to die for the name of the Lord Jesus?