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What Did You Think of A.D. (Episode 9)?
Episode 9 Overview: Saul arrives back in Jerusalem, after his preaching in Damascus nearly cost him his life. In Jerusalem, he meets with Peter and the disciples. They eventually agree to welcome him into the church with much reluctance and only after Barnabas persuades them to trust him. Bible Connections: Acts 9:20-27. Other Sources: In the third century, church leader…
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The Poppy and the Cross: A Retired Army Colonel Reflects on Memorial Day
By CH (COL) Art Pace, US Army, retired It was optimistically called the War To End All Wars. The destruction and carnage of the First World War was virtually unimaginable. More than 100,000 Americans who answered the call of their country gave their last full measure of devotion. Many of these, America’s finest sons and daughters, had never left the…
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What Did You Think of A.D. (Episode 8)?
Episode 8 Overview: On the way to Damascus to arrest Jesus-followers, Saul has a dramatic conversion. Philip is meeting the challenges of ministry in Samaria. Meanwhile, Pilate has some misadventures on his quest for greater influence. Bible Connections: Acts 8:14-25; Acts 9:1-22. Other Sources: Emperor Tiberius died in 37 AD, succeeded by his grand-nephew Gaius, nicknamed Caligula, who turned out…
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What Did You Think of A.D. (Episode 7)?
Episode 7 Overview: Persecution drives some of the disciples to new territory. One of the new leaders, Philip, leads a revival in Samaria. Meanwhile in Jerusalem, the power struggles continue—especially when the Roman emperor visits. Bible Connections: Acts 8:4-13; Luke 8:2-3 (Joanna). Other Sources: We now see three different sets of power-players all jockeying for position: the Roman rulers (Tiberius,…
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Despite Challenges to Christianity, Bible Translation Thrives
NEW YORK, May 14, 2015—It has been said that Christianity thrives under persecution and hardship. If the past year’s Bible translation efforts are any evidence, then the saying seems to hold true.In 2014, more than 1 billion people gained the ability to access the Bible for the first time thanks to translation projects supported by American Bible Society and Bible…
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199 Years and Counting: American Bible Society Gives Thanks, Looks Forward
If the Lord does not build the house, the work of the builders is useless; if the Lord does not protect the city, it does no good for the sentries to stand guard. – Psalm 127:1 (GNTD) Today, American Bible Society expresses gratitude for 199 years of God’s guidance and provision. In 1816, the organization began with a vision of…
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