Paul's "Areopagus address" is one of the most famous set pieces in Acts and indeed in the whole New Testament. Luke seems to intend it to stand here at the heart of Paul's mission to the non-Judean world. When Paul describes himself in his letters as "the apostle to the Gentiles," he must be envisaging this kind of address.
But as world-famous New Testament scholar N.T. Wright explains, Paul isn't just evangelizing in this scene — he's defending himself in court. |
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January 3 — In 2024, thirty evangelical colleges saw significant enrollment growth, with institutions like Calvin and Asbury setting records. Others faced shrinking budgets and a few had to shut down, though religious colleges generally fared better than secular ones. Leaders cite successful strategies such as focusing on transformational education, strategic recruitment, and expanding online and dual-enrollment programs. (Christianity Today) |
| January 4 — Operation World (OW), a key prayer resource for Christians, celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2024. Remarkably, the original work was undertaken painstakingly by Patrick Johnstone in apartheid South Africa in 1964. Initially a small 32-page booklet, it has grown into a global ministry with editions in 20 languages. (Christian Today) |
| January 4 — In Kosovo, a new "return movement" encourages ethnic Albanians, mostly Muslim, to convert to Christianity, reviving their pre-Islamic identity. Despite Kosovo's Muslim majority, the movement has not faced violent opposition, only online denunciation. Critics argue it imposes modern politics on history, while supporters see Christianity as a path to European integration. (The New York Times) |
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The minor prophet Nahum, reading almost as a sort of sequel to Jonah, predicts the final execution of God's judgment against Ninevah. Here's your quick reference guide to the book, including summary, key verse, important info, and reading guides. LEARN MORE ► |
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With so many Bible versions available (over 60 English versions on Bible Gateway alone!), we know it can be bewildering trying to tell them apart from each other, never mind choose between them.
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| As we look at the church today, we cannot help but see the fruits of the church in multiple institutional expressions of the church. Glory unto the Trinity, glory unto the name of Jesus Christ, spiritual fruit and virtue wrought by the Holy Spirit, the pushing back of demonic powers, and the saving knowledge of the true God — all this occurs in more than one institution.
What are we to make of this? How does the New Testament teach us to discern the work and presence of Christ?
Award-winning author and theologian Gavin Ortlund suggests: look for the work of Christ. |
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Discover the secret Joshua gave the Israelites for prosperity and success: keeping God's Word in your mouth through memorization and in your heart through meditation day and night. In The Joshua Code, O. S. Hawkins leads you on a yearlong journey to spend each week memorizing and meditating on one scripture verse so that it becomes a living part of your very being. |
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