by Matthew Borgstrom | Nov 12, 2018 | Bible Study, Following Christ, Word of God
In Acts 17:11, Luke points out something different, namely about the listeners in Berea. They were more noble-minded or open-minded than the Thessalonians. Don’t think of our modern mantra of tolerance; being open-minded to every new-fangled idea that any spiritual...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Nov 5, 2018 | Evangelism, Faithfulness
Yesterday, we took a break from Acts and heard a message from Colossians 4:2-6 about how to be a faithful witness. What Paul places of primary importance is steadfast prayer, wise living and gracious speech. Notice that sophisticated arguments are not needed, but...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Oct 29, 2018 | Adversity, Evangelism, Faithfulness
Thus far in Acts 16, we have seen 2 recipients of the Lord’s deliverance—a God-worshipping business woman named Lydia in vv.6-15 and a demon-possessed slave girl in vv.16-18. These two were such different individuals with vastly contrasting life circumstances that...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Oct 22, 2018 | Salvation
At the tail end of the Zaccheus account in Luke 19, Jesus says something that has become very familiar words: The Son of Man came to seek and save the lost. Jesus Christ not only seeks after people, he saves them. And vice versa—he not only saves, but he is the one...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Oct 15, 2018 | Child-like Dependence, Faith, Following Christ
The way that the Holy Spirit guides Paul and Barnabas’ missionary efforts in the beginning portion of Acts 16 should cause us to give much more consideration to the Spirit’s providential guidance in our lives in the opening of doors and the closing of them. ...
