By David Faust A friend told me, “Since the Lord is the Alpha and the Omega—the Beginning and the End—I can trust him with everything in the middle.” That’s where we struggle: in the middle. How can we live by faith when we’re in the middle of raising a family, building a career, or dealing […]
By Michael C. Mack 1. Which is worse—an internal or external attack? Why? Read Acts 4:34—5:10. 2. What is your initial reaction to this story? 3. How would you describe the heart of the early church? (Also see vv. 32, 33.) 4. Compare and contrast Joseph (Barnabas) to Ananias and Sapphira. How were they alike? […]
By Robin Stanley Have you ever been the recipient of a gracious, unearned gift simply because you had need? I have, many times over. One of the most memorable came from a stranger, the owner of a moving company. Nothing You Have Is Yours “Miss Stanley, I’m sending four men instructed to finish packing, wrapping, […]
By Mark Scott In Luke’s summaries of the earliest church, we see it at its best (Acts 2:42-47; 4:32-37). The gospel was being preached, people were being saved, a congregation was being planted, communion was being celebrated, and giving was off the charts. Who would not want to be part of a church like that? […]
By David Faust If a professional athlete cheats, ESPN covers the story. CNN and Fox News are there with cameras when a public official gets arrested or a Hollywood celebrity files for divorce. If a school teacher or a church elder commits adultery, social media buzzes with news of the scandal. Some sins, however, don’t […]
