God Himself officiated the first marriage between Adam and Eve. He designed it for the purpose to displaying the eternal relationship between Himself and His people to the world. Today, more than ever, we need to discover what God has in store for marriages.

As the Roman Centurion Cornelius' men are nearing Joppa to request Peter come to Caesarea and meet with the Roman Centurion, the Apostle is given a vision to prepare his heart and mind for the next work outside the box that God wants to do.

The story of Cornelius in Acts 10 showcases just how powerful, effective and necessary prayer is. Prayer is something God has provided and yet we don't leverage enough. If we only knew what was at our disposal, it might change our entire life.

Peter got to see a whole lot. His witness to Jesus's miracles and ministry took his faith to a new place because he saw Jesus for who Jesus really is and as a result, Peter discovered who he himself was and what God still wanted to do.

When Saul gains back his physical sight and along with it spiritual insight he immediately transforms from persecutor to promoter. Not unexpectedly he is not well received in either Syria or in his return to Israel. His dedication in spite of great opposition shows us both the depth of his character and his convictions about who Jesus is.

What is important to God's heart? How do we know we are connecting with Him or whether we are in the right? If we don't stay connected with Him moment by moment, we, ourselves, can even get in the way.

Philip while in Samaria experienced an entire community being impacted by the Gospel. In this passage we see his ministry operating on a much smaller scale with just one person...or not!

This week we will be in Acts 8:9-25.  Please pray that the Holy Spirit would prepare the time and lead us in His loving and equipping ways.

Everything changed for the people of God once Stephen was martyred. It was a whole new ballgame. What happened in the Church as widespread and systematic persecution became the norm? How they responded shows us how we should likewise live as the Church today.