Tag Archives: persecution

The man of lawlessness — 2 Thessalonians

Posted on January 31, 2012 by parklinscomb

Paul’s second letter to the church in Thessalonica is a much fierier encouragement. This is probably coming from a heartfelt sympathy toward the church and anger toward persecutors Paul felt due to a possible escalation in persecution and perhaps violence against the … Continue reading →

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May the tribe of Eutychus increase! — Acts 19-21

Posted on January 4, 2012 by parklinscomb

Which baptism? — Acts 19:1ff There are a number of baptisms mentioned in the Bible. Of Moses— 1 Corinthians 10:1,2. As Israel was surrounded and protected by a cloud from God (Exodus 13:21 and Psalms 105:39) and later walked through … Continue reading →

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A complete 180 — Acts 7-9

Posted on December 31, 2011 by parklinscomb

Yesterday, our reading ended with Stephen, a man filled with the spirit, a man with a servant’s heart serving as a deacon, preaching the Gospel so convincingly in the Freedman’s synagogue that, lacking a good answer to what he was … Continue reading →

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Hard things to hear

Posted on December 26, 2011 by parklinscomb

Glad you’ve joined me again today. I am the vine – John 15:5 The vine is the life source for the branches. In order to be capable of good fruit there must of necessity be a strong connection. Good fruit … Continue reading →

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Then in my heart it becomes like a burning fire — Jeremiah 19-21

Posted on October 5, 2011 by parklinscomb

Are you beginning to feel bad for Jeremiah? There’s no doubt that he has a “pretty tough row to hoe” as the saying goes. Today’s reading gives us some insight into the prophet’s heart and mind as he’s going through … Continue reading →

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Running with horses — Jeremiah 10-12

Posted on October 2, 2011 by parklinscomb

Well, happy Lord’s Day to you. Sunday is my favorite day of the week. I get up about 5:15AM and study, pray, preach, fellowship, meet, write, prepare, and discuss until about 8:30 or 9PM in the evening. I may be … Continue reading →

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