Monthly Archives: July 2016

Conspiracies, Plots and Politics

Posted on July 14, 2016 by Don Merritt

Acts 23:12-35 When Paul returned to Jerusalem after his third missionary journey, there was a spirit abroad in the city; it was the spirit of evil. After the ridiculous behavior of the Sanhedrin in the last scene, a new plot … Continue reading →

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Before the Sanhedrin

Posted on July 14, 2016 by Don Merritt

Acts 22:30-23:11 After the scene in the torture chamber, the Roman commander must have gone to the Roman tribune, for he then summons the Sanhedrin into session and takes Paul before them in an effort to discover what Paul was … Continue reading →

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Photo of the Week: July 13, 2016

Posted on July 13, 2016 by Don Merritt
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Paul, Romans and Legal Rights

Posted on July 13, 2016 by Don Merritt

Acts 22:22-29 As Paul addressed the mob, things went along for a short time in calm, and then he mentioned taking the Gospel to the Gentiles, and the mob went wild, demanding Paul’s murder. The Roman commander ordered Paul taken … Continue reading →

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After the Purification

Posted on July 13, 2016 by Don Merritt

Acts 21:27-22:21 When the seven days were nearly over, some Jews from the province of Asia saw Paul at the temple. They stirred up the whole crowd and seized him, shouting, “Fellow Israelites, help us! This is the man who teaches … Continue reading →

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There are instances under the sun…

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Don Merritt

…that really make you wonder what is going on. I happened across one of those incidents recently, an incident that has reminded me of why I have little confidence in human institutions… and no, I’m not referring to anything you … Continue reading →

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Paul’s Arrival in Jerusalem

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Don Merritt

Acts 21:17-26 When Paul arrived in Jerusalem he was warmly greeted, and the next day he reported to James and the elders of the church about his adventures among the Gentiles. They received his report with joy, and no doubt … Continue reading →

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Paul Sails to Jerusalem

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Don Merritt

Acts 21:1-16 After the long farewell to the elders from Ephesus, Paul and his party returned to the ship and set sail. Much of this passage tells of the ports of call along the way, and in some instances of … Continue reading →

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A Sober Farewell, part 4

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Don Merritt

“Now I commit you to God and to the word of his grace, which can build you up and give you an inheritance among all those who are sanctified. I have not coveted anyone’s silver or gold or clothing. You yourselves know that … Continue reading →

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A Sober Farewell, part 3

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Don Merritt

“Now I know that none of you among whom I have gone about preaching the kingdom will ever see me again. Therefore, I declare to you today that I am innocent of the blood of any of you. For I have not hesitated … Continue reading →

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