The Revelation 2025

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

🔥 The Story of Acts — The Early Church and the Holy Spirit

🔥 The Story of Acts — The Early Church and the Holy Spirit

Part One: Jesus’ Ascension and the Promise of the Holy Spirit

After Jesus rose from the dead, He appeared to His disciples for forty days, teaching them about God’s kingdom.

“You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be My witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”

Then Jesus ascended into heaven, promising that the Spirit would guide, empower, and strengthen His followers.

Part Two: Pentecost — The Holy Spirit Arrives

On the day of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit came:

The disciples spoke in different languages
People from many nations heard the good news
Peter boldly preached, and about 3,000 people believed and were baptized

The church began to grow as God worked through ordinary people in extraordinary ways.

Part Three: Growth of the Early Church

The early Christians:

Shared everything they had
Prayed, worshiped, and studied God’s Word together
Performed miracles and healed the sick

Even as they faced persecution, the church grew:

“They were all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke the Word of God boldly.”

God used ordinary disciples to accomplish extraordinary things.

Part Four: Paul’s Missionary Journeys

The apostle Paul, once a persecutor of Christians, became a bold messenger of Christ:

He traveled across the Roman Empire
Preached in synagogues, marketplaces, and homes
Wrote letters encouraging believers to stay faithful

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

Paul’s journeys show that God can use anyone to spread His message.

Part Five: Lessons from Acts

Acts teaches us:

The Holy Spirit empowers believers to share God’s love
God can use ordinary people for extraordinary purposes
Faithfulness and boldness bring growth to God’s kingdom
The church is called to witness to all nations, spreading the good news of Jesus

🌟 The Story of John — Jesus, the Word Made Flesh

🌟 The Story of John — Jesus, the Word Made Flesh

Part One: The Word Became Flesh

John opens with a powerful truth:

“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”

Jesus, the Word, existed before creation.
Through Him, all things were made, and in Him is life and light.

He came into the world to reveal God
He brings salvation to those who believe
He offers eternal life

Part Two: Jesus’ Ministry of Signs

John focuses on seven miraculous signs that show Jesus’ power and glory:

Turning water into wine at Cana
Healing the official’s son
Healing the paralytic at Bethesda
Feeding 5,000
Walking on water
Restoring sight to a blind man
Raising Lazarus from the dead

These signs demonstrate that Jesus is God’s Son, bringing life, hope, and glory.

Part Three: Teachings About Faith and Eternal Life

Jesus teaches about belief, love, and salvation:

“I am the bread of life; whoever comes to Me will never hunger.”
“I am the light of the world; whoever follows Me will never walk in darkness.”
“I am the resurrection and the life; whoever believes in Me will live, even though they die.”

Faith in Jesus brings eternal life and a restored relationship with God.

Part Four: Jesus’ Love and Sacrifice

John emphasizes Jesus’ love and obedience to God’s plan:

He washes His disciples’ feet, teaching humility
He prays for His followers and all believers
He willingly goes to the cross, giving His life to save humanity

“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”

Part Five: Lessons from John

John teaches us:

Jesus is God in human form, the source of life and light
Faith in Him brings eternal life
Love, humility, and obedience reflect God’s heart
Jesus’ sacrifice restores humanity’s relationship with God

🌾 The Story of Luke — Jesus’ Life of Compassion and Grace

🌾 The Story of Luke — Jesus’ Life of Compassion and Grace

Part One: The Birth of John the Baptist and Jesus

Luke begins with the births of John the Baptist and Jesus, showing God’s hand in miraculous ways:

An angel announces John’s birth to Zechariah and Elizabeth
Mary, a young woman, is told she will bear Jesus, the Savior
Angels proclaim peace and joy to shepherds at Jesus’ birth

“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to those on whom His favor rests.”

Part Two: Jesus’ Early Life and Ministry

Jesus grows in wisdom and favor.
At age twelve, He amazes teachers in the temple with His understanding of God’s Word.

He begins His public ministry with:

Teaching about love, forgiveness, and the kingdom of God
Healing the sick, raising the dead, and feeding the hungry
Showing compassion to sinners, tax collectors, women, and the poor

“He has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor.”

Part Three: Parables and Teachings

Luke records many of Jesus’ parables emphasizing God’s mercy and inclusiveness:

The Good Samaritan: loving those others ignore
The Prodigal Son: forgiveness and restoration
The Rich Man and Lazarus: warning against selfishness

“For the Son of Man came to seek and save the lost.”

Jesus’ teachings show that God’s love extends to all people, not just the powerful or religious.

Part Four: Miracles and Compassion

Jesus’ miracles demonstrate God’s power and heart for people:

Healing lepers, blind, and paralyzed
Calming storms
Feeding thousands with a few loaves and fish

He challenges the proud and defends the oppressed, showing that God’s kingdom is for the humble and faithful.

Part Five: The Path to the Cross

Jesus knows He must suffer and die to save humanity.
He teaches His disciples about humility, love, and faithfulness in the face of trials.

“If anyone wants to be My disciple, let them deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow Me.”

Part Six: Lessons from Luke

Luke teaches us:

Jesus shows God’s mercy, love, and concern for all people
God’s kingdom values compassion, humility, and forgiveness
Faith requires following Jesus, even in sacrifice
God’s love is universal, reaching the poor, outcast, and marginalized

🌊 The Story of Mark — Jesus, the Servant King

🌊 The Story of Mark — Jesus, the Servant King

Part One: The Beginning of Jesus’ Ministry

Mark opens with John the Baptist, preparing the way:

“Prepare the way for the Lord, make His paths straight.”

Jesus is baptized, the Spirit descends, and God declares:

“You are My beloved Son; with You I am well pleased.”

From that moment, Jesus begins preaching:

“The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news.”

Part Two: Miracles and Teachings

Jesus demonstrates God’s power and compassion through miracles:

Healing the sick, blind, and paralyzed
Casting out demons
Calming storms on the sea

He teaches through parables, simple stories with deep spiritual truths:

A sower planting seeds
A lost sheep being found
A servant forgiven much who must forgive others

“With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God.”

Jesus shows that the kingdom of God is powerful, loving, and life-changing.

Part Three: Servant Leadership

Mark emphasizes Jesus as a servant king:

He washes His disciples’ feet, teaching humility
He feeds the hungry, comforts the suffering, and forgives sins
He shows that greatness comes through serving others, not seeking power

“Whoever wants to be first must be last of all and servant of all.”

Part Four: Conflict and the Path to the Cross

Religious leaders oppose Jesus, questioning His authority.
Jesus predicts His death, teaching that salvation comes through sacrifice and obedience to God’s plan.

“The Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.”

Despite misunderstanding and rejection, He continues to love, heal, and teach.

Part Five: Lessons from Mark

Mark teaches us:

Jesus is the powerful yet humble Son of God
Faith in Him brings healing, hope, and transformation
God’s kingdom values serving, mercy, and humility
Following Jesus may involve sacrifice, but it leads to eternal life

🌟 The Story of Matthew — The Life and Teachings of Jesus

🌟 The Story of Matthew — The Life and Teachings of Jesus

Part One: The Birth of Jesus

Matthew begins with Jesus’ family line, showing He is the promised Messiah, a descendant of Abraham and King David.

“She will give birth to a son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins.”

Mary, a young woman, miraculously becomes pregnant by the Holy Spirit
Joseph, her husband, obeys God’s angel and protects the child
Jesus is born in Bethlehem, fulfilling centuries-old prophecies

Part Two: Wise Visitors and Escape to Egypt

Wise men from the East, called Magi, follow a star to worship Jesus.
King Herod, feeling threatened, seeks to destroy Him, but God guides Joseph to take Mary and Jesus to Egypt, keeping Him safe.

“Out of Egypt I called My Son.”

Jesus’ early life shows God’s protection and faithfulness to His plan.

Part Three: John the Baptist and Jesus’ Baptism

As Jesus grows, John the Baptist calls people to repentance and prepares the way:

“Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.”

Jesus comes to be baptized by John, and God’s voice declares:

“This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.”

The Spirit descends like a dove
Jesus begins His public ministry

Part Four: Teachings and Miracles

Jesus travels throughout Galilee, teaching and healing:

The Sermon on the Mount teaches love, mercy, humility, and obedience
He heals the sick, gives sight to the blind, and calms storms
Parables reveal truths about God’s kingdom: a mustard seed, hidden treasure, lost sheep

“Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.”

His words and actions show God’s love, power, and kingdom coming to earth.

Part Five: Conflict and Fulfillment of Prophecy

Religious leaders grow jealous and plot against Him.
Jesus continues to teach, knowing that His mission is to save people from sin.
He fulfills Old Testament prophecies, showing He is the Messiah:

He is rejected by many
He teaches with authority
He demonstrates God’s kingdom through miracles and compassion

Part Six: Lessons from Matthew

Matthew teaches us:

Jesus is the promised Messiah and Savior
God’s plan is perfect and fulfilled in Christ
Repentance, faith, and obedience bring us into God’s kingdom
Jesus’ life shows God’s love, mercy, and power in action

🔔 The Story of Malachi — Faithfulness and the Coming Savior

🔔 The Story of Malachi — Faithfulness and the Coming Savior

Part One: God Speaks to His People

Malachi begins by reminding Israel that God loves them, even when they forget Him:

“I have loved you,” says the Lord.

Yet the people had become complacent and disobedient:

Priests offered imperfect sacrifices
People were unfaithful in marriage
They ignored God’s commands

God spoke through Malachi to call them back to faithfulness.

Part Two: Warning Against Disobedience

God warned the people about the consequences of sin:

Tithes and offerings are not to be neglected
The wicked will face judgment
Those who live dishonestly will be held accountable

“You have wearied the Lord with your words… ‘How have we wearied Him?’”

Faithfulness matters in every part of life — work, worship, and relationships.

Part Three: Promise of a Messenger

Malachi also pointed to the coming Messiah:

A messenger would prepare the way for the Lord
God would bring justice, healing, and salvation
The faithful would be purified and strengthened

“See, I will send the messenger who prepares the way before Me, and the Lord you are seeking will suddenly come to His temple.”

This prophecy points directly to John the Baptist and Jesus Christ.

Part Four: Hope and Encouragement

God encourages His people:

Remember His love and faithfulness
Obedience brings blessing
Trust that He will come to set things right

“He will turn the hearts of the parents to their children, and the hearts of the children to their parents.”

Even in difficult times, God’s plan for redemption and restoration is certain.

Part Five: Lessons from Malachi

Malachi teaches us:

God desires faithfulness and obedience
Sin has consequences, but God calls us to return to Him
God promises a messenger and the coming Savior
God’s love and justice bring hope for the future

With Malachi, the Old Testament ends, pointing forward to Jesus Christ, the fulfillment of God’s promises and the Savior of the world.