Paul’s suffering for Christ

Paul’s Escape From Damascus in a Basket

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Paul had barely begun his ministry as a follower of Jesus when his life came under threat. The man who had once persecuted Christians was now preaching the faith he had tried to destroy, and some of his former allies wanted him dead. In Damascus, his enemies watched the city gates, hoping to capture him. … Read more

The Prophet Who Bound Himself With Paul’s Belt to Foretell His Arrest

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Paul was determined to go to Jerusalem, even though he knew suffering awaited him. Along the way, believers repeatedly urged him to reconsider. Then a prophet named Agabus arrived with a warning that made the danger impossible to ignore. Agabus did something unusual. He took Paul’s belt, tied his own hands and feet with it, … Read more