October 2. Reading 275. Abraham’s Faith Romans 4 “The words, ‘It was credited to him,’ were written not for him alone, but also for us, to whom God will credit righteousness—for us who believe in Him who raised Jesus our Lord from the dead” (Rom. 4:23). From the very beginning,Read More …

October 1. Reading 274. No One Righteous Romans 2-3 “No one will be declared righteous in His sight by observing the Law; rather through the Law we become conscious of sin” (Rom. 3:20). All have sinned. So all are eligible for the salvation won by Jesus for sinners. Background Law.Read More …

September 30. Reading 273. The Power Of God Romans 1 “I am not ashamed of the Gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile” (Rom. 1:16). The power of God is displayed in those whoRead More …

Romans Introduction This letter was written by the Apostle Paul to the church in Rome about a.d. 57. The theme of the letter is righteousness. Despite man’s sin, Paul showed that God declares those who believe in Jesus both innocent and right with Him. Even more, through the Holy SpiritRead More …

September 29. Reading 272. On To Rome Acts 27-28 “When we got to Rome, Paul was allowed to live by himself, with a soldier to guard him” (Acts 28:16). Even a prisoner who knows God can influence others. Overview Paul joined a group of prisoners being transported under guard toRead More …

September 28. Reading 271. On Trial Again Acts 25-26 “I have nothing definite to write his majesty about him. Therefore I have brought him before all of you, and especially before you, King Agrippa” (Acts 25:26). It is unwise to judge any situation by appearances alone. Overview The chief priestsRead More …

September 27. Reading 270. Paul On Trial Acts 23-24 “Five days later the high priest Ananias went down to Caesarea… and they brought their charges against Paul before the governor” (Acts 24:1). The best defense is the simple truth. Overview Paul’s statement to the Sanhedrin divided that body along partyRead More …

September 26. Reading 269. To Jerusalem Acts 21-22 “Through the Spirit they urged Paul not to go on to Jerusalem. But when our time was up, we left and continued on our way” (Acts 21:4-5). Sometimes we have to choose a course we know holds danger. Overview Paul set outRead More …

September 25. Reading 268. Committed To God Acts 19-20 “Now I commit you to God and to the word of His grace, which can build you up and give you an inheritance” (Acts 20:32). Saying goodbye is made easier by knowing that God will be with our loved ones. BackgroundRead More …

September 24. Reading 267. The Unknown God Acts 17-18 “I even found an altar with this inscription: to an unknown god. Now what you worship as something unknown I am going to proclaim to you” (Acts 17:23). We must be very wise when we begin to proclaim a God whoRead More …