Timothy was “the son of a certain Jewish woman who believed, but his father was Greek.” It is believed, based upon Acts 16:1-3 and 2 Timothy 1:5 and 3:14-15, that Timothy’s father did not become a Christian and may likely have even been dead by the time Paul came to Lystra. Why are we told about Timothy’s father? Perhaps this detail is…
Let's Go Back to the Bible
Let's Go Back to the Bible
Posts by David Sproule (Page 134)
Arriving in Athens, Paul found a city “full of idols” (Acts 17:16). They worshiped everything under the sun, and probably even worshiped the sun, too. One would not expect to find fertile soil for the gospel here. And, truthfully, there wasn’t much. But Paul didn’t change his message to suit them–he still preached the pure gospel. “And when they heard of the…
There are “convenience stores” everywhere you go. Some may not call them that anymore, but they are still “convenience stores” nonetheless. Think about that name. Why call it that? The “convenience store” is a convenient place to stop and get something quick, without having to go out of one’s way or take more time than is absolutely necessary. Here’s the question: Do…
Christians put more emphasis on “faith” than anyone else, but is it possible that Christians are actually not putting enough emphasis on “faith”? We say that we trust God, but then we try to handle all of life’s situations without Him. We try to take on the devil and every temptation that he throws in front of us without the strength that…
When discussing the need for Christians to consider very closely who they choose to marry, it is rather common to look at 2 Corinthians 6:14. While some balk at the use of that passage, it most certainly has application to that relationship. Furthermore, Christians should reflect on this passage when it comes to all choices they make regarding close friendships. Read it.…
Many Bible students would recognize the triad of “faith, hope and love” as the three things that Paul said would continue to “abide” among Christians after miraculous gifts “ceased” (1 Cor. 13:8-13). But how do these abide among God’s people? Are they merely matters of the heart? Paul frequently emphasized “faith, hope and love” in his letters (Col. 1:4-5; 2 Thess. 1:3-4;…
So where can you find some interesting facts posted on ceilings? Yes, you guessed it–in the dentist office. With so much of your time spent laying back and staring up at the ceiling, this is the perfect place to post things that one cannot help but read. (What else is there to do?) Did you know, according to the ceiling in my…
Would you say that Christians in general are showing a lot of love these days? Well, to “each other,” would you say Christians are showing a lot of love? Remember that Jesus said, “… as I have loved you, that you also love one another” (John 13:34). But, what about to those who are not part of the “one another”? What about…