The sovereignty of God in the life of Paul is shown in a storm-caused shipwreck in Paul’s sea voyage to Rome. So anchor your life in Jesus Christ to be saved.

Paul speaks of being all things to all men to save them: that commitment may lead to unusual behaviour, surely to be criticized by some and heralded by others. But the most severe criticism can lead to anarchy when the lawless rebellion of people who refuse to abide by rules and authority.

Salvation comes through the preaching of the gospel of Christ and forgiveness of sins is through Christ’s atonement alone.

Anyone who trusts Jesus is welcomed into his body—the church—for God shows no favouritism in inviting people to the gospel.

We should be ready to bring the Gospel of Jesus to all ethnic or cultural groups, because whoever repents is saved. Only genuine repentance brings true salvation.

Christians with holy courage know how to handle opposition, how to proclaim Christ, how to witness Christ, how to pray, and how to take care of each other.

Service for the Saviour can only be carried out by the divine power of Christ, centred on Christ, proclaims faith in His name. Then repentance brings forgiveness to all through Christ.

In a community of faith, the behaviour of its members, even if a minority, profoundly influences the character of the group. Sin always destroys. To ignore its presence is to fuel its power.

Under God’s sovereign plan, two peoples, the ruler and the ruled – found mutual benefit at the temple altar. Darius, the Persian King, financed the temple project to completion, hoping to secure God’s favour. At the same time, the Jews celebrated by installing temple officials and observing the Passover Feast.