Author Archives: Jefferson Vann
missionary work
missionary work Acts 11:19-30 (JDV) Acts 11:19 Now those who had been scattered as a result of the trouble that started because of Stephen made their way as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch, speaking the word to no one … Continue reading
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the same gift
the same gift Acts 11:1-18 (JDV) Acts 11:1 The missionaries and the brothers and sisters who were throughout Judea heard that the Gentiles had also welcomed the word of God. Acts 11:2 When Peter went up to Jerusalem, those promoting … Continue reading
the Caesarea miracle
the Caesarea miracle Acts 10:44-48 (JDV) Acts 10:44 While Peter was still speaking these words, the Sacred Breath came down on all those who heard the message. Acts 10:45 The circumcised believers who had come with Peter were amazed because … Continue reading
alls and everys
alls and everys Acts 10:34-43 (JDV) Acts 10:34 Peter began to speak: “Now I truly understand that God doesn’t show favoritism, Acts 10:35 but in every nation the person who fears him and does what is right is acceptable to … Continue reading
divine direction
divine direction Acts 10:9-33 (JDV) Acts 10:9 The next day, as they were traveling and nearing the city, Peter went up to pray on the roof about noon. Acts 10:10 He became hungry and wanted to eat, but while they … Continue reading
pre-work
pre-work Acts 10:1-8 (JDV) Acts 10:1 There was a man in Caesarea named Cornelius, a centurion of what was called the Italian Regiment. Acts 10:2 He was a devout man and feared God along with his whole household. He did … Continue reading
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get up and witness
get up and witness Acts 9:32-43 (JDV) Acts 9:32 As Peter was traveling from place to place, he also came down to the devotees who resided in Lydda. Acts 9:33 There he found a man named Aeneas, who was paralyzed … Continue reading
sent to strengthen
sent to strengthen Acts 9:19-31 (JDV) Acts 9:19 And after taking some food, he regained his strength. Saul was with the disciples in Damascus for some days. Acts 9:20 He immediately began proclaiming Jesus in the synagogues: “This one is … Continue reading
from murder to mission
from murder to mission Acts 9:1-18 (JDV) Acts 9:1 Now Saul was still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord. He went to the high priest Acts 9:2 and requested letters from him to the synagogues in … Continue reading
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gospel gifts
gospel gifts Acts 8:26-40 (JDV) Acts 8:26 But an agent from the Lord spoke to Philip: “Get up and go south to the road that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza.” (This is an unpopulated road.) Acts 8:27 So he … Continue reading
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