It’s quite incredible that Philip, immediately after the brutal murder of his friend Stephen and the continuing persecution by Saul (v1), continued the brave work of preaching the gospel. Both Stephen and Philip had previously been appointed to attend to the needs of poor Greek widows and assist i…
Courage in the Face of Adversity (Acts 8) Read More »
This single, understated, verse was written by Paul in 1 Thessalonians 5:25. It was a personal request to the ecclesia to include Paul, Silas and Timothy in their prayers.
How much is revealed and yet at the same time how much is concealed in a sentence.
He doesn’t tell them spec…
Brethren, Pray For Us Read More »
From mid-December to early January, 58 young people from across Australia travelled around Israel, Jordan and Egypt. We explored biblical landmarks, witnessed the marvel of modern Israel and immersed ourselves in the culture and food of the Middle East. It was incredible to witness together …
Israel 2018 Young People’s Trip Read More »
Palestine – 31st October 1917
“And the sixth angel poured out his vial upon the great river Euphrates; and the water thereof was dried up” (Rev 16:12).
One of the fascinating and wonderful privileges we have as students of Bible prophecy is to look back over history w…
The Taking of Beersheba – 100 Year Anniversary Read More »
It is impossible to separate the First Zionist Congress from the towering figure of Theodor Herzl. Without his forceful and determined personality, it is doubtful that the Congress would have taken place. But in the providence of God, Herzl was the instrument to unite the Jewish people behind the Z…
One Hundred and Twenty Years Ago: The First Zionist Congress, August, 1897 Read More »
It is very likely true that we would not be writing this article and you would not be reading it were it not for a certain boat running aground on the treacherous sable shoals somewhere between England and America. That ship carried John Thomas who had taken passage as ship’s doctor in the hope, l…
Providence and our Pioneers Read More »
Our Chinese Sister Li of Brisbane, who was baptised a year ago, tells the personal struggles she encountered on her way to finding the Truth.
I studied law for seven years in China and I used to work as an in-house attorney for a big company. There was a big shopping centre near the company where I…
“He Restores My Soul”—Li’s Moving Story Read More »
The providence of God
There can be no doubt that Moses was a man specially prepared by God. One cannot have even the most casual consideration of his circumstances and not be struck by the amazing hand of God in his life. When we consider the mix of circumstances that led to his prese…
Moses Prepared by Providence Read More »
