The Gospel Confronts and Comforts – Acts 8:9-40: Reflection Guide

Reflection Guide Key Terms Simon the Magician – A man living in Samaria who had gained great recognition for the magic he performed; magicians in the 1st century operated most commonly by illusion, but the NT also suggests that Satan can empower people to perform false magic that distracts from Jesus (Mt 24:24; 1 Thes…

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A Surprising Way to Advance – Acts 8:1-8: Reflection Guide

Reflection Guide Key Terms Saul (Paul) – Saul, who later goes by Paul, was first mentioned in the book of Acts to end chapter 7 as overseeing Stephen’s execution, and is now responsible for ravaging the church and imprisoning many men and women (v. 3). Paul later goes on to become a Christian, help spread…

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Advent Week Four Reflection Guide

Each week during Advent, we will be releasing a weekly reflection guide to help you and your family prepare your hearts for Christmas. The theme for this final week of Advent is peace. This week’s guide considers how the fourth title given to the promised Messiah in Isaiah 9:6, Prince of Peace, means that as Christians we…

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