Author Archives: Corey Sharpe

“For the Lord is righteous, he loves justice.” – Psalm 11:7 And yet Paul writes in 2 Corinthians 5:21 that Christ became sin for us so that we might become the righteousness of God. If we accept his salvation, God … Continue reading →

So many of the Psalms are laser-focused on the individual: God deals with us on a deeply personal level. We will also read Psalms that focus on the worshipping community. Psalm 2 is a royal song, which focuses on kings … Continue reading →

Try reading the Psalms out loud. Songs and psalms were important parts of the oral tradition in Israel. Literacy was low. These songs and poems served many purposes: worshiping God, expressing emotions, teaching history and praying as a community. All … Continue reading →

For two whole years Paul stayed there in his own rented house and welcomed all who came to see him. He proclaimed the kingdom of God and taught about the Lord Jesus Christ—with all boldness and without hindrance! (Acts 28:30-31) Luke, the … Continue reading →

Last night an angel of the God to whom I belong and whom I serve stood beside me 24 and said, ‘Do not be afraid, Paul. You must stand trial before Caesar; and God has graciously given you the lives of all who sail with … Continue reading →

Agrippa said to Festus, “This man could have been set free if he had not appealed to Caesar.” – Acts 26:32 Paul has gone before the Roman governor Felix. Now he goes before the next Roman governor Festus, who is … Continue reading →

When Paul was called in, Tertullus presented his case before Felix: “We have enjoyed a long period of peace under you, and your foresight has brought about reforms in this nation. – Acts 24:2 Their charges, lodged by the lawyer Tertullus … Continue reading →

Paul knows to apologize. The Roman authority wants Paul to face Jewish authorities in order to clarify the cause of the furor about him (22:30). When he does, Paul calls the high priest a name (23:1–5), only to admit his … Continue reading →

When they heard him speak to them in Aramaic, they became very quiet. (Acts 22:2) Speaking the language of those we are commissioned to evangelize and disciple isn’t some hidden spiritual mystery.  It is debatable, but many believe that the Apostle … Continue reading →