“The following night the Lord stood by him and said, ‘Be of good cheer, Paul; for as you have testified for Me in Jerusalem, so you must also bear witness at Rome.’” – Acts 23:11 On the surface, Paul seemed bold and confident. But in reality, he had human weaknesses....

“For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse.” – Romans 1:20 People will suffer tragedies. Loved ones will die. Injury...

“Strive together with me in your prayers to God for me, that I may be rescued from those who are disobedient … so that I may come to you in joy by the will of God and relax in your company.” – Romans 15:30–32 Writing to believers in Rome, Paul stressed the importance...

“Greet Tryphaena and Tryphosa, who have worked hard in the Lord. Greet my dear friend Persis, who has worked very hard in the Lord.” – Romans 16:12 Tryphaena and Tryphosa and Persis were so important to Paul that he greeted them by name in his letter to the Romans....

“But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be provided to you.” – Matthew 6:33 For centuries, the legends of treasure have captured the imagination of people. Legends have been sparked telling of untold wealth and treasure. Hidden...

“If anyone among you thinks that he is wise in this age, let him become a fool [discarding his worldly pretensions and acknowledging his lack of wisdom], so that he may become [truly] wise.”—1 Corinthians 3:18 The world is full of people ready to give advice or...

“For the present form of this world is passing away. But I want you to be free from concern.”—1 Corinthians 7:31–32 The church was founded during a time of tremendous uncertainty during the Roman Empire. Believers were subject to the whims of local leaders and the...