"Trials of many kinds..."

Eliot was born with an undeveloped lung, a heart with a hole in it and DNA that placed faulty information into each and every cell of his body. However, that could not stop the living God from proclaiming Himself through this boy who never uttered a word.

In the midst of heartbreaking tragedy, the Mooney family found the presence of God strengthening, comforting, and guiding them. Their story reminds us to seek God and endure our struggles rather than blame Him for our hardships.

TRIAL-- Acts 27 Questions for Reflection and Discussion

FINALLY! Paul is on his way to Rome. “When it was decided” Luke begins Acts 27:1 “Paul and some other prisoners were handed over to a centurion named Julius.” We learn in verse two that Paul is accompanied by his friend Aristarchus. As well, Luke and another disciple Gaius are along.

What can be learned about Paul’s ministry partners, Aristarchus and Gaius from Acts 12:29; 20:4; Romans 16:23; 1 Corinthians 1:14; Colossians 4:10; Philippians 1:24; and 3 John 1:1?

What insights are gained regarding the Holy Spirit’s prompting of believers in the New Testament from the following Scriptures?

Luke 2:25-28--

John 16:12-15--

Acts 16:6-10--

Acts 27:9-10--

Romans 8:14-16--

1 Thessalonians 5:19-22--

In what ways is God’s fame (glory) spread and ultimate good brought about through these biblical storms?

Jonah 1:1-16--

Luke 8:22-25--

Acts 27:13-26; 37-44--

Paul and his companions experienced God’s sustaining power throughout a catastrophic storm and shipwreck. Take some time to meditate on Psalm 121. How is the Holy Spirit leading you to trust in His sustaining power for trials you are encountering in your life?

Coming to NMBC this Summer!

NMBC has partnered with Mission NYC and Mission Discovery to host mission teams to our region this summer. In addition to Sandy Rebuilding work these teams will be involved in various outreach projects throughout our community.

One of the teams serving this summer is student ministry from West University Baptist Church and Crosspoint Church in Houston, TX. Each year these students perform a musical. I'm excited for the impact this powerful and life-changing musical will have on those who see it. Here's a video from last summer.


LFAM 2012 Performance from WUBC & Crosspoint on Vimeo.