Category Archives: Bible Study

Scripture:  Acts 12:14 So Peter was kept in prison, but the church was earnestly praying to God for him. Observation: The early church prayed for a fellow believer in need. Application: This little verse says so much about what is … Continue reading →

Acts has not failed to disappoint so far!  From the excitement of the Holy Spirit’s arrival on Pentecost and Peter’s amazing speech, to the martyrdom of Stephen and the unbelievable conversion of Saul.  Acts reads like a great action novel.  It’s so easy … Continue reading →

Scripture:  Acts 9:31-32 Then the church throughout Judea, Galilee and Samaria enjoyed a time of peace.  It was strengthened; and encouraged by the Holy Spirit, it grew in numbers, living in the fear of the Lord. Observation: The fledgling Christian … Continue reading →

Scripture:   Acts 6:3-4 Brothers and sisters, choose seven men from among you who are known to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will turn this responsibility over to them and will give our attention to prayer and the … Continue reading →

Scripture:  Acts 2:1 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Observation: Jesus had instructed the apostles to wait in Jerusalem for the gift He was going to send them.  When the Holy Spirit arrives, … Continue reading →

Scripture:  Acts 1:24-26   Then they prayed, “Lord, you know everyone’s heart. Show us which of these two you have chosen to take over this apostolic ministry, which Judas left to go where he belongs.” Then they cast lots, and the … Continue reading →

Scripture:  Mark 16:9 – 20 Observation: My NIV Bible says these verses may not exist in early manuscripts and Mark 16 probably  ended with verse 8.  So why are these verses here? Application: This isn’t a typical SOAP devotion, but … Continue reading →

We left our reading on Friday with the crucifixion and death of Jesus.  That is a very somber thing to reflect on over the weekend.  However, our first reading will be His resurrection –what a great way to start a … Continue reading →

Scripture:  Mark 12:13 Later they sent some of the Pharisees and Herodians to Jesus to catch him in his words. Observation: The Pharisees, Herodians and many others didn’t like Jesus because He threatened their power.  They tried many times to … Continue reading →

Scripture:  Mark 11:1-3 As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage and Bethany at the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two of his disciples,  saying to them, “Go to the village ahead of you, and just as you enter it, … Continue reading →