Thoughts on the Bible text “You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.” 2 Timothy 2: 1 Introduction The Bible text for today’s devotional is taken from the words spoken to Timothy who was a co-worker of Apostle Paul. He is encouraged to be strong so that he preaches […]
Thoughts on the Bible text “For you see your calling, brethren, that not many wise according to the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, are called. But God has chosen the foolish things of the world…” 1 Corinthians 1: 26–27a Introduction The Bible text for today’s devotional can be found in the opening chapter […]
Thoughts on the Bible text And they continued steadfastly in the Apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers. Acts 2: 42 Introduction The Bible text for today’s devotional takes us back to the time of the first Christian congregations. The Apostles had been commissioned by Jesus Christ and had received […]
Thoughts on the Bible text Then Miriam the prophetess, the sister of Aaron, took the timbrel in her hand; and all the women went out after her with timbrels and with dances. Exodus 15: 20 Introduction The focus today is on Miriam, the sister of Aaron and Moses, who as a biblical figure is probably […]
Thoughts on the Bible text We give thanks to you O God, we give thanks! For Your wondrous works declare that Your name is is near. Psalm 75: 1 Introduction Psalm 75 begins with an expression of gratitude to God. It is a public profession of God and His works. It reminds us that we […]
Freedom is a free gift of God. But He does not impose this freedom upon us. He only liberates those who want it. I remember one Wednesday evening. After a service I held I noticed that a Priest—whom I knew well—had not attended. I was told that he had been sick for several weeks. I […]
Thoughts on the Bible text Then the woman of Samaria said to Him, “How is it that You, being a Jew, ask a drink from me, a Samaritan woman?” For Jews have no dealings with Samaritans. John 4: 9 Introduction The gospel of John describes a long conversation between Jesus and a Samaritan woman […]
Sunday, June 21, 2020 Apostle Rumantiyo conducted a centralized divine service through Youtube and audio from Lampung, based on 2 Corinthians 1:24 “Not that we have dominion over your faith, but are fellow workers for your joy; for by faith you stand.” Apostle conveyed the congregation some points regarding the duties of the Apostles. He […]
New Apostolic Church South-East Asia intends to gradually restore the life of the congregation to normal by observing the efforts to prevent the transmission and spread of COVID-19. Starting July 5, 2020 divine services can be held regularly in congregations. There are rules that must be observed and summarized in a guideline. Noting the official restriction […]
Thoughts on the Bible text “Now I plead with you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgement.” 1 Corinthians 1: 10 Introduction […]
