Verse By Verse Fellowship

Even as Paul becomes a pawn in corrupt politics, Acts 25 shows God's hand working incognito behind the scenes to orchestrate his journey to Rome.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

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Acts 25:1–12: Paul faces a kangaroo court. Discover how maintain integrity and truthfully defend yourself against false accusations while trusting God's plan.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Malachi 3:13-4:6: God distinguishes the wicked from the righteous. The Sun of righteousness rises with healing in its wings as the Day of the Lord draws near.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Explore Acts 24 as Paul faces Felix. Learn why we shouldn't fight fire with fire, how to balance grace and truth, and trust Providence during life's delays.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Acts 24:1–27. On trial for "The Way," Paul defends the resurrection of the just and unjust. Discover how to maintain integrity in a world full of corruption.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Malachi 2:17-3:12: Malachi reveals the Messiah as a Refiner's fire. Will you stand when He comes to purify the sons of Levi and judge those who do not fear Him?For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

See God's providence in Paul's weakness and mistakes. Witness a divine cameo and the Roman army's role in saving Paul from a deadly assassination plot.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Acts 22:30-23:35 shows that when a saint stumbles or is endangered, God providentially works all things for good. Discover how Jesus protects Paul for Rome.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Is your witness the "fragrance of death"? We discuss why rejection isn't failure and how God is glorified even when the world hates the message.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Acts 21:37-22:29: Courage Under Pressure, Paul faces a riotous crowd. From the Fortress of Antonia, he uses Roman citizenship to stay faithful to the gospel mission.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Paul is the biblical Die Hard! From riots in Jerusalem to chains in Rome, we explore how the Apostle's suffering opened doors for the gospel.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Malachi 1:6-2:16 asks: Where is God's honor? The priests offered polluted food and vain worship. Do you fear the Lord or despise His name? God calls for fidelity.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Acts 21:17–36: Should you yield for the sake of unity? Explore Paul's choice to sacrifice personal freedom and submit to the elders to win Jews to Christ.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Malachi 1:1-5: Dive into Israel's "dispute" on covenantal grace! Why "I have loved you" is God's final OT word to a nation struggling with relational doubtFor the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

In this episode of Footnotes, Adam and Tony discuss Paul's unyielding courage in choosing suffering over safety, and how Christians can disagree yet stay united.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Acts 21:1–16. When friends fear your suffering, how do you obey? We follow Paul to Caesarea and learn to say together, "Let the will of the Lord be done."For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Romans 12:9-21: Living "Life on the Altar" means genuine love and hospitality. Learn how being changed by the gospel empowers you to bless those who hurt you.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Do your shepherds smell like sheep? We discuss true eldership, the internal and external threats to the sheep, and the Watchman call of Ezekiel 33, in Acts 20For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Acts 20:25-38 || Are you a giver or a taker? Paul's final farewell inspires overseers to serve with humility. Discover the legacy of a true servant leader.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

A conversation on Acts 20:17-24. Learn why "all pastors are interim" and how Paul passed the torch to Ephesian elders for healthy church leadershipFor the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Acts 20:17-24: The Apostle Paul urges us to finish life well. See why Paul valued the gospel of grace more than life itself and served with humble determination.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Zechariah 14:1-21: Discover the Day of the Lord! From living waters to the Millennial Kingdom, learn how the King of Kings returns to rule over all the earth.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Paul raises Eutychus in Acts 20! We discuss apostolic succession, the 80/20 rule for encouragement, and how spiritual leaders pass the torch amidst danger.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

In Acts 20:1–16: Discover the five activities of a spiritual leader. See how Paul models how to build up the church, feed the sheep, and mentor the next generation.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Zechariah 13:1-9 reveals a fountain opened for cleansing sin and uncleanness. God removes idols and false prophets with a refining fire on the Day of the Lord.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Can good things like family and romance become idols? We discuss how 'intrinsically good' gifts turn into dangerous functional gods that displace Jesus.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Acts 19:21-41: Mass Hysteria! Demetrius starts a riot to save his profits. We explore the clash of theology and economics and smash modern idols like money.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Zechariah 12:1-14 depicts the Day of the Lord, where God defends Judah. Learn how military victory leads to weeping over the past rejection of the MessiahFor the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Are you a Christian by tradition or truth? We explore Acts 19, the missing Holy Spirit in the 12 disciples, and why ignorance isn't bliss for your walk with Jesus.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Acts 18:24-19:20. Three episodes in Ephesus (Apollos, John's disciples, Sons of Sceva) prove ignorance isn't bliss. Faith in Christ brings Holy Spirit power.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Acts 18:1-23 centers on God's sovereign power and faithfulness working through the acknowledged weakness and limitations of human servants like the Apostle Paul.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Philippians 2:5-11: Paul compels believers to live like the King of Humility. Count others as more significant through JOY (Jesus first, Others second, You third).For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Zechariah 11:1-17: The Rejection of the Messiah, the True Shepherd steps down, breaking the staves of Union and Favor. Future slaughter under the wicked shepherd.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Acts 18:1–23: Paul preaches  in Corinth, a "cesspool of sensuality." Despite fear, God brings revival, saves the synagogue ruler, and rejuvenates the disciples.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Zechariah 10:1-12: God punishes false shepherds. The Messiah, who breaks chains, banishes all tyrants and oppressors, offering His people stability and glory.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Acts 17:16-34 How to find common ground when sharing our faith in a world of idols. Paul's example for modern America and the crossroads of ideas.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Acts 17:16–34: The Apostle Paul, provoked by Athenian idols, uses contextualized apologetics to establish common ground and proclaim the resurrection.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Zechariah 9:1-17 Prophecy of War and Peace. Near-term conflicts confirm the King's future reign. He is humble, cuts off war weapons, and speaks peace to all nations.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

The Berean standard: Looking to the Scriptures to affirm truth. Plus, Christ-centered perseverance in the face of opposition in Paul's journeys and today.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

(Acts 17:1-15) Paul & Silas preach the Christ-centered gospel in Macedonia! Learn the three keys: Preaching, Conversion, and Persistence despite conflict.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Job 9:1-35 | The danger of being self-righteous and why you must repent and admit you're wrong. We need an arbiter to bridge the gap. That mediator is Jesus ChristFor the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Psalm 77:1-20: Despair to joy! Asaph's struggle shows how to find refuge, beyond the demand for immediate relief. Affliction is God's discipline, not punishment. For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Acts 16:11-40: Beaten with rods, chained in stocks, Paul & Silas sing hymns! An earthquake leads to the jailer's salvation. Finding joy in suffering.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Acts 16:11-40: Paul & Silas face opposition in Philippi, casting out a demon and absorbing blows. They find joy while jailed, leading the jailer to believe.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Psalm 150: The book of Psalms closes on the highest note of praise! Learn the true meaning of Halal: exuberant, joyful, loud worship for God's excellent greatness!For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

In Acts 15, Paul & Barnabas break up! See how God uses sharp conflict, even among apostles, to double gospel ministry and accelerate the workFor the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Acts 15:36-16:10: Paul and Barnabas separate, doubling the missionary teams. Discover how God utilizes conflict to achieve His greater purposes and reach Macedonia.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Psalm 127:1-5: King Solomon teaches that all accomplishment is vain unless the Lord provides. Seek rest, not anxious toil. Children are a heritage from God. For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

Acts 15 unpacked: The battle for faith alone! Did Gentiles need the Law of Moses? We discuss legalism and preserving the gospel.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

In Acts 15:1-35, Old-school Judaizers demanded circumcision and the Law for salvation. Leaders fought to protect the gospel of grace alone and faith in Christ.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org