Blogs – Page 3 – Thom Linders

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Faith in Frustration

Welcome back. It means a lot to me that you are reading this. It is discouraging to write to a silent computer. Are there people

November 17, 2025

A heavyset man stands in a dim stone room, gazing at a cross-shaped beam of light pouring through an open door he cannot fit through, surrounded by platters of food.

From Slavery to Freedom in Christ

Day Two in Rome Welcome to the second day of our journey through the book of Romans. Our travel itinerary is exciting—though I hope you

November 16, 2025

Paul, dressed in first-century robes, writes on a scroll at a wooden desk, overlooking ancient Rome through a window.

When God Lets Go

A Letter with Eternal Weight Welcome to the forty-fourth book of the Bible. If you’ve been reading only the New Testament with us, this is

November 15, 2025

A wooden sailing vessel battles towering waves in a violent storm, with two figures struggling to steer. Sunlight breaks through dark clouds, casting light on the chaos below.

Shipwrecks and Stillness: Trusting God in the Storm

The Seasons of Scripture The pages of Scripture pass by like the seasons. Just as fall suddenly becomes winter, we now reach the end of

November 14, 2025

A dramatic Roman tribunal scene with a central figure in a red cloak facing a semicircle of officials in ancient attire, evoking Paul’s trial before Agrippa in Acts 25.

Justice Delayed, Grace Delivered

Waiting on God’s Timing Thank you for joining us as we read Acts 24–26. These chapters remind us that justice delayed is not always justice

November 13, 2025

A tense courtroom scene in a Roman-style chamber where religious leaders and Roman soldiers confront a central figure, evoking themes of injustice, division, and spiritual conflict.

Divided by Law, United by Grace

Justice, Division, and the Gospel’s Confrontation Thank you for joining us again today. We will read Acts 22 and 23—two powerful chapters that deal with

November 12, 2025

A young person in a robe sits contemplatively on a stone window ledge at night, illuminated by moonlight and candlelight, evoking solitude and introspection.

Faith That Preaches, Persists, and Pays Attention

Welcome back. I hope the Lord is blessing you. Today, we will read Acts 20–21. Three themes stood out to me as I read these

November 11, 2025

A reenactor portraying Paul speaks to a group in ancient attire on the steps of the Areopagus in Athens, while modern tourists nearby browse souvenir stalls and observe the scene.

What Is Faith Worth?

The Cost of Faith Good morning. Today we read Acts 17–19, and one question keeps echoing in my heart: What is faith worth? The quick

November 10, 2025

Glowing cross radiates light through stormy clouds as a crowd gazes in awe and two figures emerge from a wooden structure, symbolizing resurrection and revelation.

How to Handle Faith Under Fire

Thank you for joining us today as we read Acts 14 through 16. This is a rare treat for me—I’m writing this devotional for your

November 9, 2025

Split-scene image contrasting Herod’s judgment and Christ’s ascension; left side shows a throne surrounded by snakes under dark skies, right side depicts Jesus rising in golden light as a woman reaches upward.

Decay, Division, and Divine Mercy

Welcome back, my friends. It is always nice of you to join us. Today, we will read Acts chapters 11 through 13. Yesterday, we spoke

November 8, 2025

Blinded by Light: Saul’s Awakening and Ours Saul’s Zeal and Hypocrisy Welcome back. Today, we’re reading Acts 9–10. The opening act of this drama begins

November 7, 2025

Chasing Down Chariots and Children

Worth Running For Thank you again—you will never know how much I appreciate you reading along with us. Today, we’re reading Acts 7–8, which includes

November 6, 2025

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