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From Beginning To End - Quarter 4Sample

From Beginning To End - Quarter 4

DAY 57 OF 91

This chapter is somewhat controversial. One interpretation could be that the Holy Spirit is telling Paul not to go to Jerusalem and that Paul participating in a Jewish ritual is not what God wanted. On the other hand, it could be interpreted as Paul being warned what will happen, but he is not being told by God not to go. What is clear is that the church in Jerusalem is now openly embracing Paul’s ministry to Gentiles while still not wanting to close the door on Jews. Paul’s desire to connect himself to his Jewish heritage is misunderstood and leads to his arrest.

Paul was trying to convince Jews that he was still one of them, but his actions were perceived to be against Jewish traditions. Our best attempts at trying to help people can often be misunderstood. We may want to help someone turn away from an incorrect belief or activity, but it may be perceived as close-minded or judgmental. We can’t control how people respond to what we do, but we can check our motives to make sure they are based on love and a genuine desire to encourage. 

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From Beginning To End - Quarter 4

This is the final part of a four-part plan to read the books of the Bible that tell of the historical events. Although the Bible contains many stories, it is one story from beginning to end of God’s interactions with humanity. One day per week can be used to catch up on missed readings or for reflection. Notes are also included to assist with understanding.

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