My ex–boss of my age has been diagnosed with lymphoma in early spring. After a series of chemotherapy, she is gradually recovering. She shared her difficult moments of life with me in the email saying her journey was not only full of pain, loneness, grief, sadness but also grace, hope, and comfort. I thank her [...]
From the monthly archives:
August 2009
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It’s interesting that Paul appeals to Caesar here – He has one God and King yet still willingly works within the system of the empire
Festus seems to have a higher level of morality than the Jews who wanted Paul executed. He simply couldn’t find a reason for him to be charged. [...]
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Paul is found on trial here before governor Felix. The high priest and his lawyer (already an interesting combination) are accusing Paul of stirring up riots. Paul loosely defends himself, and stays centered on the opportunity of sharing his faith in Christ and his hope in the resurrection.
It’s interesting how he states [...]
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v1-5 Everyone seems to be swinging between emotions, including Paul. Shows the value of understanding one another before lashing out.
v6 It sounds ridiculous in our age to be on trial because of ‘hope in the resurrection of the dead’ – there might be disputes and disagreements on it today -but does anyone [...]
