#encounter with Jesus

[mybeautifulchristianjourney]

Saul Becomes a Christian on the Way to Damascus

1 Saul was still talking much about how he would like to kill the followers of the Lord. He went to the head religious leader. 2 He asked for letters to be written to the Jewish places of worship in the city of Damascus. The letters were to say that if he found any men or women following the Way of Christ he might bring them to Jerusalem in chains.

3 He went on his way until he came near Damascus. All at once he saw a light from heaven shining around him. 4 He fell to the ground. Then he heard a voice say, “Saul, Saul, why are you working so hard against Me?” 5 Saul answered, “Who are You, Lord?” He said, “I am Jesus, the One Whom you are working against. You hurt yourself by trying to hurt Me.” 6 Saul was shaken and surprised. Then he said, “What do You want me to do, Lord?” The Lord said to him, “Get up! Go into the city and you will be told what to do.”

7 Those with Saul were not able to say anything. They heard a voice but saw no one. 8 Saul got up from the ground. When he opened his eyes, he saw nothing. They took him by the hand and led him to Damascus. 9 He could not see for three days. During that time he did not eat or drink.

10 In Damascus there was a follower by the name of Ananias. The Lord showed him in a dream what He wanted him to see. He said, “Ananias!” And Ananias answered, “Yes, Lord, I am here.” 11 The Lord said, “Get up! Go over to Straight Street to Judas’ house and ask for a man from the city of Tarsus. His name is Saul. You will find him praying there. 12 Saul has seen a man called Ananias in a dream. He is to come and put his hands on Saul so he might see again.”

13 Ananias said, “But Lord, many people have told me about this man. He is the reason many of Your followers in Jerusalem have had to suffer much. 14 He came here with the right and the power from the head religious leaders to put everyone in chains who call on Your name.” 15 The Lord said to him, “Go! This man is the one I have chosen to carry My name among the people who are not Jews and to their kings and to Jews. 16 I will show him how much he will have to suffer because of Me.”

Saul Is Baptized

17 So Ananias went to that house. He put his hands on Saul and said, “Brother Saul, the Lord Jesus has sent me to you. You saw the Lord along the road as you came here. The Lord has sent me so you might be able to see again and be filled with the Holy Spirit.” 18 At once something like a covering fell from the eyes of Saul and he could see. He got up and was baptized. 19 After that he ate some food and received strength. For some days he stayed with the followers in Damascus. — Acts 9:1-19 | New Life Version (NLV) New Life Version Holy Bible Copyright © 1969, 2003 by Barbour Publishing, Inc. Cross References: Genesis 14:15; 1 Samuel 16:3; Psalm 27:12; Isaiah 6:8; Daniel 10:7; Mark 5:23; Luke 1:41; Luke 1:67; John 12:29; John 15:21; Acts 7:59; Acts 8:3; Acts 9:27; Acts 10:3; Acts 10:14; Acts 10:17; Acts 11:25; Acts 13:2; Acts 14:22; Acts 20:23; Acts 22:11; Acts 22:13; 2 Corinthians 11:32; Galatians 1:17

[vladhungrygen]

Discovering the Depth's of Jesus's Love

Like many, I always believed that God the Father loves me. We see this love expressed in 2 Corinthians 13:14 and in John 3:16 which explains that God’s love for us is why He gave us His Son. However, for a long time, I felt as though something was missing. Despite my unwavering belief in the Father’s love and the power of the Holy Spirit, I struggled to grasp the love of Jesus deeply and…

[carlocarrasco]

2024 Christmas spectacle at Filinvest City Central Park

Recently, the Christmas spectacle at Filinvest City Central Park was launched and already it has attracted a lot of visitors who enjoyed the place, sights, special activities and facilities that were prepared this year. To be specific, Filinvest City’s Christmas season spectacle at the park is formally titled “Cherish Every Moment of Christmas at Filinvest City” which is a program of activities…

[abbieducted1961]

Jewish Woman Has A Horse Riding Accident, Her Encounter with Jesus Will ...

[she-is-loved]

I've felt drawn to God for years but I always pushed Him away because of the hate many Christians preached. But one morning, I woke up suddenly and heard a voice say to me "You have to take Jesus back"

And in that moment I knew I couldn't let their hate drive me away from my savior. So I gave my life to Jesus. And the rest is history

So here's your reminder: That we can not let hateful Christians overpower the love of Jesus. Let our love and grace be louder than their hate.

[blackchantilly]

Thinking about this today. 🙃

[softpine]

reach out and touch faith

[transcript]

[harleybird]

"But is it - We couldn't travel with you."

"What? Why not?"

"Because you, sir, are not one of us."

Doctor Who | Dot & Bubble

Bonus Dumbass:

[fiona-fififi]

"Why doesn't their side call out the bad behavior they accuse us of??"

Because they've blocked all the crazies on their side and aren't seeing it. Just like you're not seeing all the bullshit on your side because you've blocked all the crazies over there, too.

Also, they ARE calling it out. You just have everyone on the other side blocked, so you aren't seeing the callouts.

Like jesus fucking christ, can we stop generalizing giant portions of fandom based on the behavior of the worst fucking people in them?? Because I promise you, whether you are seeing it or not, there are really fucking shitty people in ALL corners of fandom.

[canidaria]

YOU’RE TRYING TO REPLACE YOURSELF

YOU’RE TRYING TO REPLACE YOURSELF

[wispythreads]

Sitting here over Dean Domino like:

He's so fucking funny why is he like this

I'm absolutely horrified. Why are you like this.

So ridiculously petty. Self-esteem issues? His problem with Sinclair feels more like he projected due to his own insecurity with who he is in comparison.

Terrifying. Menacing. Was fully willing to utterly and completely ruin a man's life over a perceived slight that has done him no actual injury. Is absolutely enraged that plan was dashed before it ever had a chance to properly unfold.

Fun to interact with, especially when he actually likes you. Him being so happy to see a friendly face after waking up trapped by security ghosts rubbed that same earnest happiness onto me.

Do not leave me in a room with him.

[mossify]

Whoever did this to the Genius page for Mr. Capgras Encounters A Secondhand Vanity: Tulpamancer's Prosopagnosia/Pareidolia (As A Direct Form Of Trauma To The Fusiform Gyrus) by Will Wood and the Tapeworms, I fucking love you and hate you at the same time. (platonic) (joking)

[hideyseek]

HELLO!?

[carlocarrasco]

NLCOM helps Typhoon Carina victims in Las Piñas, Muntinlupa, Parañaque, Manila and Cavite

Were there many people in your local community whose lives got disrupted by the weather effects of Typhoon Carina? Recently New Life Community Care Foundation International, Inc. (NLCOM) – the compassion arm of New Life Philippines located inside Alabang Hills Village in Muntinlupa City – announced through social media that it has provided assistance and relief to typhoon victims in Parañaque,…

[faaun]

deleted the ask thing bc i think it may have been triggering to some ppl but like . it goes w/o saying if u are biphobic fuck off a cliff thanks !!! ♡

[sherpafrankiefreddiesteviegeorge]

Evangelical Christians are the worse because they can't have a normal conversation. I can't talk about being queer without it turning into a very loud debate about human rights but it's okay for Christians to feel comfortable telling me and people like me should go to Hell.

I just wanted a coffee, why do you have to give me a sermon I didn't ask for!