Everyday Truth with Kurt Skelly

Paul is saved--no doubt about it!

Acts 9:13-18

Ananias struggled believing that the notorious Saul of Tarsus could actually become a follower of Jesus. And the Lord didn't rebuke him for doubting, but he did clarify just how amazing his transformed life would be!

New Creature!

Acts 9:8-12

Think of the meanest and most evil person you know. To a first century Christian living in Damascus that would be an easy thing to do--Saul! Now what if God told you to go meet him one on one?

Fighting Conviction is Hard!

Acts 9:3-7

God used a number of things to convict Saul of his sin and demonstrate the truth about Jesus. Although he resisted the work of the Holy Spirit, it became more and more difficult to say no to Jesus!

Stop the Spread (of Christianity!)

Acts 9:1-2

Long before a Covid-19 world became familiar with terms like "slow the spread" or "social distance," the enemies of Christianity were doing their best to stamp out its rapid spread in the first century. Not only did their efforts fail, they actually hastened it's growth!

Baptism--When, Where, and Why

Acts 8:38-40

One of the most instructive passages in the Bible regarding baptism is the simple story of the Ethiopian Eunuch. Consider it again, and please consider baptism if you've been putting it off.

The Bible isn't enough.

Acts 8:32-37

That title caught your attention, didn't it? God has designed that the gospel message be communicated to people by people. Don't get me wrong, it's the Bible that is ultimately authoritative--it's just that God intends for people to reach people. Today's episode is a wonderful example!

 

Hearing the Spirit's Voice

Acts 8:29-31

Philip followed the leadership of God's Spirit in his life. How does one learn to follow the Holy Spirit? What are some practical guidelines for discerning His voice in our lives?

 

God's GPS

Acts 8:25-29

God is in the business of leading His people. But unlike modern GPS, He rarely provides the complete directions. Rather, He is likely to tell you the very next move (without even telling you why!). 

 

Was Simon the Sorcerer saved?

Acts 8:14-24

The clear declaration of the Bible is that he was. So what are we to make of his desire to buy the ability to grant the Holy Ghost to others? And what about the pointed rebuke of Peter?

 

The gospel can change anyone!

Acts 8:9-13

Simon the Sorcerer was a classic case of someone who was both bound by spiritual darkness and addicted to it. But the gospel set him free and his life was radically changed from the inside out!