Calvary Fort Collins

Paul faces persecution from the Jews in Jerusalem as he preaches salvation by grace alone and through faith alone.

The Lord knows those that trust in Him and He is their avenger. Pride goes before destruction.

Paul ends his 3rd missionary journeying from Miletus to Caesarea all the while being warned that chains & tribulations await him on the way to Jerusalem, but he is unmoved desiring only to finish his race & ministry to preach the gospel of grace.

Isaac Medina details the key identifiers to rejoicing in the Lord! "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God" Philippians 4:6-7

Paul knew the enemy would oppose him in every city he went to preach the gospel. Paul's endurance and character showed to be honoring to the Lord despite the storms and trials that were brought his way.

God takes Israel to court & gives evidence of His grace throughout Israel's history, despite their continued sin against God. In this study, despite Israel's disobedience God shows He is willing to forgive their past rebellion & show mercy if God's people would confess & repent of their sin.

Know the truth and test everything to the Word of our Lord!

In today's lesson we learn the importance of being self controlled and alert. The enemy is prowling like a lion seeking to devour those who are spiritually asleep.

Letting God interrupt your plans and preparation isn't always easy. As a child of God our lives are in the hands of a Creator who knows much more than we do. Being sensitive to the Holy Spirit is always the best decision. He knows what's best according to His will and not ours. Even though circumstances may seem rough the Lord may be protecting you or moving you in a new direction for the better.

Jesus came to His own yet His own rejected Him. Jesus desires a relationship with you that is wholly surrendered unto Him.

Paul learns that not everyone will receive your witness. Just as Paul was about to give up, the Lord encourages Paul to simply shake it off and keep pursuing the great commission.

Are people an opportunity or an obstacle for you? Paul saw people as an opportunity to share Christ and revival began to impact the pocket book of the people.

He knows the beginning and end of all things. He knows what lies ahead of you tomorrow and He has His best interest in store for you. Be full of the power of the Spirit of the Lord.

Paul preaches the gospel to the intellectual capitol of the world.

In order to grow in the Lord we must give up the things of this world and wholly surrender unto Him. Desire to be continually growing in your heart for the Lord. Lay aside the things that do not honor Him.

There will always be times in our life when we don't feel like worshiping and serving the Lord. In order to continue running the race we are called to we must rest our faith on the word of God instead of our emotions.

Wait upon the Holy Spirit for His power and strength to lead you.

God loves the sinner but He hates the sin.

Jonah was displeased at the mercy of God. God reveal's to Jonah that people matter more than plants.

As long as there is breath in your lungs God wants to use you to change the world! Be thankful that our God is a God of second chances!

After three days being swallowed by the great fish Jonah finally swallows his pride & repents

The place of suffering is truly a place of power. In times of suffering the Lord can intimately reveal Himself to us. His power is made perfect in our suffering. What characteristic in your life draws people to the Lord? Paul and Silas had every reason to complain in their suffering yet they praised the Lord joyfully!

The prophet's rebellion, reluctance & impenitent heart against the will of God.

Paul and Silas take Timothy on a second missionary journey.