Almost 2,000 years ago the Paul, the Apostle, traveled to the city of Corinth in what is now Greece and founded a Christian church there. That city still exists. Paul loved and obeyed Jesus dearly.
Part of our series in the Book of Acts. For more information as well as audio and video options, please check out the blog www.thoughtsfromeb.wordpress.com
A verse by verse commentary on Acts chapter 25 dealing with the trial of Paul before Festus and where he appeals to Caesar. King Agrippa heard of Paul and wanted to listen to him.
Almost 2,000 years ago the Paul, the Apostle, traveled to the city of Corinth in what is now Greece and founded a Christian church there. That city still exists. Paul loved and obeyed Jesus dearly.
Part of our series in the Book of Acts. For more information as well as audio and video options, please check out the blog www.thoughtsfromeb.wordpress.com
A verse by verse commentary on Acts chapter 25 dealing with the trial of Paul before Festus and where he appeals to Caesar. King Agrippa heard of Paul and wanted to listen to him.
Acts 25-26, Caesarea Maritime, Appeal To Caesar, provocatio ad Caesarem, Empe...Valley Bible Fellowship
Acts Chapter 25-26, Similarities With Luke 23:1-41, Caesarea Maritime, I Appeal To Caesar, provocatio ad Caesarem, Agrippa and Bernice, Festus, Emperor or Augustus, sebastos, pomp, phantasia, hope of resurrection, a Redeeming Messiah, goad, open their eyes, Christian
A verse by verse commentary on Acts chapter 24 dealing with the trial of Paul before Felix. Paul argues in his defense and gains approval but Felix keeps him under guard hoping Paul will offer him a bribe for his freedom.
These letters occur in a Syriac MS., of the sixth or seventh century, in the British Museum. Dr. Tischendorf states in his Apocalypses Apocryphæ (Prolegg. p. 56) that he has a copy of the same in Greek from a Paris MS., of which he says "scripture satis differt, non item argumentum." The letters are followed by a few extracts which seem to have been added by some copyist, although they are followed by the subscription to Pilate's letter. We suppose that by Justinus, we are to understand Justus of Tiberias of whom Josephus speaks as a historian of his tine. We cannot venture an opinion favorable to the genuineness of this extract, because Photius says Justus did not mention Christ. By Theodorus, we understand the Emperor Tiberius. The question and answer agree in sense with what is read in the "Anaphora," or response of Pilate.
2 Peter 3: Because some scriptures are hard to understand and some will force them to say things God never intended, Peter warns us to take care.
https://youtu.be/nV4kGHFsEHw
The Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
Our monthly newsletter is available to read online. We hope you will join us each Sunday in person for our worship service. Make sure to subscribe and follow us on YouTube and social media.
Discover various methods for clearing negative entities from your space and spirit, including energy clearing techniques, spiritual rituals, and professional assistance. Gain practical knowledge on how to implement these techniques to restore peace and harmony. For more information visit here: https://www.reikihealingdistance.com/negative-entity-removal/
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
Why is this So? ~ Do Seek to KNOW (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma teaching of Kamma-Vipaka (Intentional Actions-Ripening Effects).
A Presentation for developing morality, concentration and wisdom and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
Kenneth Grant - Against the Light-Holmes Pub Grou Llc (1999).pdf
One Thing Worse Than Procrastination Slides, 6/1/14
1.
2. Now three days a-er Festus had arrived in the
province, he went up to Jerusalem from Caesarea.
And the chief priests and the principal men of the
Jews laid out their case against Paul, and they urged
him, asking as a favor against Paul that he summon
him to Jerusalem—because they were planning an
ambush to kill him on the way. Festus replied that
Paul was being kept at Caesarea and that he himself
intended to go there shortly. “So,” said he, “let the
men of authority among you go down with me, and
if there is anything wrong about the man, let them
bring charges against him.”
3. A-er he stayed among them not more than eight or
ten days, he went down to Caesarea. And the next
day he took his seat on the tribunal and ordered
Paul to be brought. When he had arrived, the Jews
who had come down from Jerusalem stood around
him, bringing many and serious charges against him
that they could not prove. Paul argued in his
defense, “Neither against the law of the Jews, nor
against the temple, nor against Caesar have I
commiHed any offense.” But Festus, wishing to do
the Jews a favor, said to Paul, “Do you wish to go up
to Jerusalem and there be tried on these charges
before me?”
Acts 25:1-‐9 (ESV)
4. When two years had elapsed, Felix was
succeeded by Porcius Festus. And desiring to do
the Jews a favor, Felix le- Paul in prison.
Acts 24:27 (ESV)
5. 1. Make sure you want to please God more
than anyone else
6. 1. Make sure you want to please God more
than anyone else.
2. Tell yourself the truth.
7. Now when some days had passed, Agrippa the king and
Bernice arrived at Caesarea and greeted Festus. And as
they stayed there many days, Festus laid Paul's case
before the king, saying, “There is a man le- prisoner by
Felix, and when I was at Jerusalem, the chief priests and
the elders of the Jews laid out their case against him,
asking for a sentence of condemnaOon against him. I
answered them that it was not the custom of the Romans
to give up anyone before the accused met the accusers
face to face and had opportunity to make his defense
concerning the charge laid against him. So when they
came together here, I made no delay, but on the next day
took my seat on the tribunal and ordered the man to be
brought.
8. When the accusers stood up, they brought no charge in
his case of such evils as I supposed. Rather they had
certain points of dispute with him about their own
religion and about a certain Jesus, who was dead, but
whom Paul asserted to be alive. Being at a loss how to
invesOgate these quesOons, I asked whether he wanted
to go to Jerusalem and be tried there regarding them. But
when Paul had appealed to be kept in custody for the
decision of the emperor, I ordered him to be held unOl I
could send him to Caesar.” Then Agrippa said to Festus, “I
would like to hear the man myself.” “Tomorrow,” said he,
“you will hear him.”
Acts 25:13-‐22 (ESV)
9. 1. Make sure you want to please God more
than anyone else.
2. Tell yourself the truth.
3. Be confident enough in Christ to admit we’re
BROKEN & need Him!