Personal Bible Study of the First Epistle of Peter, New Testament. Saturday, March 22, 2014. And now, a word to you who are elders in the churches. I, too, am an elder and a witness to the sufferings of Christ. And I, too, will share in his glory when he is revealed to the whole world. And when the Great Shepherd appears, you will receive a crown of never-ending glory and honor.

Monday, March 19, 2018. My parents were visiting for a few days on their way north after spending the winter in Florida. It was a semi-annual visit that I normally looked forward to. I usually lined up some chores for my handyman father to do, and planned some shopping outings with my mother. The menu was always planned in advance, and the cupboards and refrigerator stocked. But this time I had dreaded them coming.

Monday, December 22, 2014. December 28, 2014 - Acts 28. Paul on the Island of Malta. Once we were safe on shore, we learned that we were on the island of Malta. The people of the island were very kind to us. It was cold and rainy, so they built a fire on the shore to welcome us. As Paul gathered an armful of sticks and was laying them on the fire, a poisonous snake, driven out by the heat, bit him on the hand. Cast your bread upon the .

To lead a quiet life. To mind your own business. And to work with your hands. So that your daily life may win the respect of outsiders. And so that you will not be dependent on anybody. Tuesday, August 26, 2014. Some Steps to Finishing Well. Try to find out what is pleasing to the Lord. Let the Holy Spirit fill and control you.