We’ve all had our share of failing to accomplish something that we set out to do. But, failing in this way isn’t the same thing as failure! Failure occurs when we give up and no longer think we can succeed. So remember that success comes in “cans” -- failure comes in “can’ts! The truth is, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13) -Thomas Q. Robbins
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"HOW LONG IS IT GOING TO TAKE?" Acts 25;23-29 #219
BIBLE STUDY for
Week of February 7-13, 2010
Thomas Q. Robbins’ Bible study for this week takes us to a penetrating passage
in Acts. Paul is a prisoner and is
in the process of going to Rome to be tried as a citizen. The larger section of study involves
the 25 and 26th chapters of Acts but Dr. Robbins is focusing on
verses 23-29 and pinpoints verse 28.
In this verse, King Agrippa responds after listening to Paul’s personal
story and witness of God’s dealing with his life. King Agrippa says, “Paul, almost thou persuadest me to
become a Christian!” Do you catch
the tragedy and pathos in that statement?
“Almost thou persuadest me, Paul!” This is truly one of the saddest passages in scripture.
In
this study, Thomas Q. uses five translations of scripture to give a wider
understanding of the meaning and implications of King Agrippa’s
response….“Paul, almost thou persuadest me to become a Christian!” The passage we are studying is Acts
26:23-29 and pinpointing verse 28.
Dr.
Robbins asks a great question that is the title of this lesson, ”HOW LONG IS IT GOING TO TAKE?” “How long is it going to take for
those -- who don’t know -- to understand they can have an intimate relationship
with God through Jesus Christ?”
When will they be ready and willing to respond to what God wants for
them?
Most of us don’t get zapped by God in a miraculous way that shows his
power and truth. It’s far more
likely we meet God quietly and powerfully when we are willing to “cross the
line” we’ve been avoiding.
Scripture tells us He has know you since before you were in your
mother’s womb. It’s possible
that you have visited us today as a reminder that you need to recommit your
life and regain what you have missed since that moment years ago when God was
as real to you as the water you drink. Please don't respond as King Agrippa did if you have need for a relationship with God. His answer was, “I was almost persuaded’. Don’t hold back when eternity is
involved. Eternity is not a time
or a place. Eternity is a person –
Jesus Christ.
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Bob Bennett -artist and composer of the "Come and See" theme
Many listeners have asked about the theme song of "Come and See." It is sung by Bob Bennett who is also the composer. Some ten years ago, Bob gave Dr. and Mrs. Robbins permission to use his "Come and See" song for the radio program. Since then listeners have been blessed by the message and the unique ministry of Bob Bennett.
You already know a lot about Bob just by listening the short theme. He is unique in that while a musician and artist in Christian music, he is NOT a performer but rather a minister. That's his life -- to serve his Lord through a unique approach to Christian music. His official biography is printed below when you click the <MORE> link, and his website is www.bob-bennett.com
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Many listeners have asked about the theme song of "Come and See." It is sung by Bob Bennett who is also the composer. Some ten years ago, Bob gave Dr. and Mrs. Robbins permission to use his "Come and See" song for the radio program. Since then listeners have been blessed by the message and the unique ministry of Bob Bennett. 