Author Archives: Terrence Threadwell

August 18, 2016. Devotions Then Paul stood in the midst of the Areopagus and said, “Men of Athens, I perceive that in all things you are very religious; “for as I was passing through and considering the objects of your … Continue reading →

August 17, 2016. Devotions Then certain Epicurean and Stoic philosophers encountered him. And some said, “What does this babbler want to say?” Others said, “He seems to be a proclaimer of foreign gods,” because he preached to them Jesus and … Continue reading →

August 16, 2016. Devotions Therefore, he reasoned in the synagogue with the Jews and with the Gentile worshipers, and in the marketplace daily with those who happened to be there. Then certain Epicurean and Stoic philosophers encountered him. And some … Continue reading →

August 16, 2016. Acts 17—Stoic and Epicureans Yes, Dr. Spock, had he been a real person, would have practice Stoicism. His character believed that the development of self-control and strength were the means of overcoming emotions. This, they believed allowed … Continue reading →

Paul in Athens Acts 17 (Part 1) I was interested to read Acts 17 again, so I thought I might research a little deeper. So those who conducted Paul brought him to Athens; and receiving a command for Silas and … Continue reading →

August 5, 2016. Devotions. And he showed me a pure river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding from the throne of God and of the Lamb. In the middle of its street, and on either side of the … Continue reading →

August 4, 2016. Devotions. On the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried out, saying, “If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink. “He who believes in Me, as the Scripture has said, … Continue reading →