As I write this update, "it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas" here in Cambridge. I shoveled 6 to 8 inches off my driveway this morning. It's actually quite beautiful but we are still rooting for spring! I'm rejoicing…
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The Church in Action (Acts 6)
This shorter chapter serves several purposes: 1) it gives further evidence of the church’s internal life and external rapid growth in Jerusalem; 2) it introduces us to Stephen—a man who will be prominent in the next chapter; 3) it continues…
Praise and Prayer Update (February 28, 2020)
It's been a few weeks since I've posted a Praise and Prayer Update. Linda and I were down in the States at the annual conference for The Association for Biblical Higher Education. It was a significant time of learning and…
The Church in Action (Acts 5)
Acts 5 contains two major accounts: Ananias and Sapphira (1-11) and the apostles’ miraculous ministry and run-in with the Sanhedrin (12-42). In the opening verses, we see two members of the newly formed church pretend to be more generous than…
Praise and Prayer Update (February 14, 2020)
Last week, I asked you to pray for Linda and me as we spoke at a Marriage Retreat for Benton Street Baptist Church. By God's grace, we had a wonderful weekend, sensing God's strength and grace. It's always refreshing to…
The Church in Action (Acts 3)
Each week, I am seeking to post my written reflections on one chapter in the book of Acts. Last week: Acts 1. This week: Acts 3. My prayer is that your mind and heart will be challenged and encouraged by…
Praise and Prayer Update (February 7, 2020)
What it week it's been! This year's missions conference was very impactful for students, faculty and staff. The messages given by Tim Watley (Ethnos Canada) and Brooks Buser (Radius International) were riviting, inspiring and challenging for all of us. (You…
The Church in Action (Acts 2)
Each week, I hope to post my written reflections on one chapter in the book of Acts. Last week: Acts 1. This week: Acts 2. My prayer is that your mind and heart will be challenged and encouraged by these…
Praise and Prayer Update (January 31, 2020)
I (Rick) am posting this just before heading off to teach an all-day course on pastoral leadership at Heritage Seminary. As I've looked over the roster of the eleven students signed up for the class, I'm excited. God is entrusting…
The Church in Action (Acts 1)
Several years ago, I spent my morning devotional time studying through the book of Acts. Each week I dug into one chapter, recording my observations, insights, and questions. I gained a great deal from the study; my mind was stretched…
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