Tag Archives: Paul

O That I May Gain Christ!

Posted on June 5, 2011 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

Paul was chosen by God. Jesus told him that he was appointed “as a servant and as a witness of what you have seen of me and what I will show you. I will rescue you from your own people … Continue reading →

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A Prayer to Pray

Posted on June 4, 2011 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. (NIV) Ephesians 1:15-16 Whether he was … Continue reading →

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Imitators of God

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

Be imitators of God (Ephesians 5:1) Ephesus (population of around 200,000) was located on the River Cayster in Asia Minor only a few miles from the coast of the Aegean Sea. Its location made it a major trade center connecting … Continue reading →

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Coming Alongside

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

Paul is received in Ephesus and is asked to spend more time there but, he declines at this time. “But as he left, he promised, ‘I will come back if it is God’s will.’ Then he set sail from Ephesus” … Continue reading →

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In Times of Trouble

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

When Silas and Timothy came from Macedonia, Paul devoted himself exclusively to preaching, testifying to the Jews that Jesus was the Christ. (NIV) Acts 18:5 Paul invested God’s Word in the lives of those in Corinth and God changed lives. … Continue reading →

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