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“Now when they had gone through Phrygia and the region of Galatia, they were forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach the word in Asia. After they had come to Mysia, they tried to go into Bithynia, but the Spirit did not permit them.” (Acts‬ ‭16‬:‭6‬-‭7‬) All disciples must learn to be led by the Holy Spirit! You’ve most likely heard the saying “just because it’s a good thing doesn’t mean it’s a God thing.” Let’s look at the living creatures Ezekiel saw. Scripture says, “And each one went straight forward; they went wherever the spirit wanted to go, and...

“Then the contention became so sharp that they parted from one another. And so Barnabas took Mark and sailed to Cyprus; but Paul chose Silas and departed, being commended by the brethren to the grace of God. And he went through Syria and Cilicia, strengthening the churches.” (Acts‬ ‭15‬:‭39‬-‭41‬) What is scripture revealing in this? We must look back to Acts 13 to see the start of the journey with Paul and Barnabas. Scripture says, “As they ministered to the Lord and fasted, the Holy Spirit said, “Now separate to Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I...

“At each place they went, they strengthened the lives of the believers and encouraged them to go deeper in their faith. And they taught them, “It is necessary for us to enter into the realm of God’s kingdom, because that’s the only way we will endure our many trials and persecutions.” (Acts‬ ‭14‬:‭22‬) I like how the Passion has this verse translated above. Others have it translated as “we must through many tribulations enter the Kingdom of God” or something close to this. So some will think and even create tribulations/persecutions in their life and mask it with this verse,...

“Then Saul, who also is called Paul, filled with the Holy Spirit, looked intently at him and said, “O full of all deceit and all fraud, you son of the devil, you enemy of all righteousness, will you not cease perverting the straight ways of the Lord? And now, indeed, the hand of the Lord is upon you, and you shall be blind, not seeing the sun for a time.” And immediately a dark mist fell on him, and he went around seeking someone to lead him by the hand.” (Acts‬ ‭13‬:‭9‬-‭11‬) This is the first miracle the Holy Spirit...

“While they were worshiping as priests before the Lord in prayer and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “I have called Barnabas and Saul to do an important work for me. Now, release them to go and fulfill it.” So after they had fasted and prayed, they laid hands on them and sent them off.” (Acts‬ ‭13‬:‭2‬-‭3‬) First notice is says they were worshipping, but how? In prayer and fasting. We must really understand that worship is far greater than just singing along to a song. Beloved that is praise, and it’s a form of worship. “Come on, everyone! Let’s sing...