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I'd love to hear your thoughts, Feel free to send me a voice note. Acts 25:1-27 Now when Festus was come into the province, after three days he ascended from Caesarea to Jerusalem. 2 Then the high priest and the chief of the Jews informed him against Paul, and besought him, 3 And desired favour against him, that he would send for him to Jerusalem, laying wait in the way to kill him. 4 But Festus answered, that Paul should be kept at Caesarea, and that he himself would depart shortly thither. 5 Let them therefore, said he, which among you are able, go down with me, and accuse this man, if there be any wickedness in him. 6 And when he had tarried among them more than ten days, he went down unto Caesarea; and the next day sitting on the judgment seat commanded Paul to be brought. 7 And when he was come, the Jews which came down from Jerusalem stood round about, and laid many and grievous complaints against Paul, which they could not prove. 8 While he answered for himself, Neither against the law of the Jews, neither against the temple, nor yet against Caesar, have I offended any thing at all. 9 But Festus, willing to do the Jews a pleasure, answered Paul, and said, Wilt thou go up to Jerusalem, and there be judged of these things before me? 10 Then said Paul, I stand at Caesar's judgment seat, where I ought to be judged: to the Jews have I done no wrong, as thou very well knowest. 11 For if I be an offender, or have committed any thing worthy of death, I refuse not to die: but if there be none of these things whereof these accuse me, no man may deliver me unto them. I appeal unto Caesar. 12 Then Festus, when he had conferred with the council, answered, Hast thou appealed unto Caesar? unto Caesar shalt thou go. 13 And after certain days king Agrippa and Bernice came unto Caesarea to salute Festus. 14 And when they had been there many days, Festus declared Paul's cause unto the king, saying, There is a certain man left in bonds by Felix: 15 About whom, when I was at Jerusalem, the chief priests and the elders of the Jews informed me, desiring to have judgment against him. 16 To whom I answered, It is not the manner of the Romans to deliver any man to die, before that he which is accused have the accusers face to face, and have licence to answer for himself concerning the crime laid against him. 17 Therefore, when they were come hither, without any delay on the morrow I sat on the judgment seat, and commanded the man to be brought forth. 18 Against whom when the accusers stood up, they brought none accusation of such things as I supposed: 19 But had certain questions against him of their own superstition, and of one Jesus, which was dead, whom Paul affirmed to be alive. 20 And because I doubted of such manner of questions, I asked him whether he would go to Jerusalem, and there be judged of these matters. 21 But when Paul had appealed to be reserved unto the hearing of Augustus, I commanded him to be kept till I might send him to Caesar. 22 Then Agrippa said unto Festus, I would also hear the man myself. To morrow, said he, thou shalt hear him. More Glenda @ www.vitalhope.co

I'd love to hear your thoughts, Feel free to send me a voice note. Why put off until tomorrow the peace and freedom God offers you today? In Acts 24, Paul defends his faith before Governor Felix, and we see a tragic example of what happens when someone delays responding to truth. For more insights, begin listening to the podcast message. Tune in on Wednesday's @ 12 P.M. EST. God bless you! Sister Glenda Coker @ www.vitalhope.co

I'd love to hear your thoughts, Feel free to send me a voice note. When plots are formed in secret against you, remember that God is already steps ahead! In Acts Chapter 23, Paul faces legal traps, religious arguments, and a secret assassination plot. But, God is right by his side. Acts 23:11 says, The following night the Lord stood near Paul and said, "Take courage! As you have testified about me in Jerusalem, so you must also testify in Rome." Listen for more and tune in every Wednesday, 12 P.M. EST. God bless you! Sister Glenda Coker @ www.vitalhope.co

I'd love to hear your thoughts, Feel free to send me a voice note. The most persuasive sermon you will ever preach is the story of how God changed your life! Acts Chapter 22 shows us that your testimony is one of your greatest spiritual tools. Paul did not debate theology or throw accusations back at the crowd. He simply said, "Here is who I was. Here is how Jesus met me, and here is who I am now." Your past, no matter how messy, can we come a message of Grace and restoration in God's hands. Sister Glenda @ www.vitalhope.co

I'd love to hear your thoughts, Feel free to send me a voice note. What do you do when obedience to God leads straight into a storm? In Acts Chapter 21, Paul travels toward Jerusalem despite repeated warnings from prophets and friends about the imprisonment and suffering that await him. While there, a violent riot erupts, and Paul is seized by the crowd and nearly beaten to death. He is finally rescued and bound in chains by Roman soldiers.

I'd love to hear your thoughts, Feel free to send me a voice note. Today we are taking a quick refreshing pause from our chapter by chapter studies to share some exciting new additions to our ministry community! In this special update episode, we tour our Central digital home at vitalhope.co. this is your one stop space for all our weekly podcast episodes, written articles, digital store downloads, and video releases. We also talk about the new YouTube channel featuring original songs inspired by rhythmic poetry and peaceful scripture themes. Plus, I'm going to introduce a brand new way for us to connect: Listener Voice Notes! You can now leave a personal audio message, prayer request or note directly from your phone or computer. Key Scripture Blessings: Philippians: 1:6 - Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ: Numbers: 6: 24-26 - 24 the LORD bless thee, and keep thee: 25 The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: 26 The LORD lift up his continents upon me, and give the peace. Connect & Explore: Visit the Hub: vitalhope.co Leave Me a Voice Note: Click the link to "Send a Voice Message" to me on our RSS.com podcast page to say hello! Sister Glenda

I'd love to hear your thoughts, Feel free to send me a voice note. Life isn't measured by how fast you start. It's measured by finishing well! Welcome back! Today in Acts 20, Paul gives one of the most emotional, beautiful farewell messages in the entire Bible, showing us what it looks like to live a life poured out with purpose. Welcome back! Listen in. Sister Glenda @ www.vitalhope.co

I'd love to hear your thoughts, Feel free to send me a voice note. Acts Chapter 19 takes place in Ephesus which is the center of occult worship and trade for the goddess Artemis. Paul baptizes disciples in the Holy Spirit, teaches daily in the lecture hall of Tyranny's for 2 years, and God performs extraordinary miracles. The power of God is so undeniable that people willingly bring their expensive sorcery scrolls and burn them in public repentance. But this widespread change threatens the profits of local silversmiths, sparking a massive city-wide riot in the great theater. Listen for more! Minister Glenda @ www.vitalhope.co Listen, subscribe and bookmark the new YouTube music channel. Keep checking back for future uploads: Sonlight on the Keys

I'd love to hear your thoughts, Feel free to send me a voice note. Acts 18 is a gentle reminder that even the strongest leaders get weary. God didn't criticize Paul for feeling vulnerable; He sent him faithful friends like Priscilla and Aquila, and He gave him divine reassurance. When God tells you, "I have many people in this city," He is reminding you that you are never as isolated or outnumbered as you think. Read the corresponding article. 🕊️ Step into the Sanctuary: Looking for peaceful piano worship and inspiring faith poetry to calm your day? Check out our brand-new YouTube channel, Sonlight on the Keys. ▶️ Listen & Subscribe Be sure to like your favorite sessions and subscribe so you never miss a new Sister Glenda @ www.vitalhope.co

I'd love to hear your thoughts, Feel free to send me a voice note. Ever feel like you’re surrounded by a world that is running after everything except the truth? Welcome back! Today in Acts 17, Paul walks right into the intellectual and cultural capital of the ancient world to introduce people to the God they didn't even know they were looking for. Listen in.👂 Check out the corresponding article on my website or Blogger.com. 🕊️ Step into the Sanctuary: Looking for peaceful piano worship and inspiring faith poetry to calm your day? Check out our brand-new YouTube channel, Sonlight on the Keys. ▶️ Listen & Subscribe: Be sure to like your favorite sessions and subscribe so you never miss a new release! Glenda Coker @ www.vitalhope.co

I'd love to hear your thoughts, Feel free to send me a voice note. Acts Chapter 16 is packed with unforgettable moments! First, Paul receives a vision in the night calling him over to Macedonia. In Philippi, a businesswoman named Lydia accepts the faith and opens her home. Later, after casting a spirit out of an exploited slave girl, Paul and Silas are severely beaten, stripped, and locked in the deepest part of a prison with their feet in stocks. Instead of complaining, at midnight they start praying and singing hymns. Suddenly, a massive earthquake shakes the foundations, every door flies open, and all the chains fall off! You may read the corresponding article, "Singing in the Dark: The Midnight Turning Point," on Blogger and The Faith and Light Podcast Show. 🕊️ Step into the Sanctuary: Looking for peaceful piano worship and inspiring faith poetry to calm your day? Check out our brand-new YouTube channel, Sonlight on the Keys. ▶️ Listen & Subscribe: Be sure to like your favorite sessions and subscribe so you never miss a new release! Peace and blessings to you! Sister Glenda Coker @ www.vitalhope.co

I'd love to hear your thoughts, Feel free to send me a voice note. Acts Chapter 15 addresses one of the biggest crises in the early church. Certain teachers insisted that new non-Jewish converts had to follow ancient Jewish customs and legalistic laws in order to be saved. This sparked a massive debate! The apostles and elders gathered in Jerusalem to settle the issue once and for all. Through testimonies from Peter, Paul, Barnabas and a wise ruling from James using scriptures, the council concluded that salvation is by grace alone through faith and not by heavy human burdens. You may read the corresponding article to this podcast:, "Lifting Unnecessary Burdens" on Blogger and www.vitalhope.co. 🕊️ Step into the Sanctuary: Looking for peaceful piano worship and inspiring faith poetry to calm your day? Check out our brand-new YouTube channel, Sonlight on the Keys. ▶️ Listen & Subscribe: Be sure to like your favorite sessions and subscribe so you never miss a new release! Sister Glenda Coker @ www.vitalhope.co

I'd love to hear your thoughts, Feel free to send me a voice note. In Acts Chapter 14, the mission continues through Iconium, Lystra, and Derbe. Miracles happen; a man lame from birth is completely healed in Lystra! But things take a wild turn. The crowd tries to worship Paul and Barnabas as Greek gods, and when the apostles stop them, mob mentality takes over. Opponents arrive from other cities, poison the crowd's minds, and stone Paul until they think he's dead. But as the disciples gather around him, Paul gets right back up, goes back into the city, and keeps strengthening the believers! Check out the corresponding article: Getting Back Up: The Power of Perseverance Thank you for tuning in! 🎧 Glenda Coker @ www.vitalhope.co

I'd love to hear your thoughts, Feel free to send me a voice note. Acts Chapter 13 marks a huge turning point in the book of Acts. Up until now, the church has been mostly responding to events, but here during a time of fasting and worship the Holy Spirit says, " Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them." NIV so and Paul launch out on their first major mission trip. They face spiritual opposition, high praise and fierce jealousy. Welcome and thank you for listening! 🎧 🕊️ Step into the Sanctuary: Looking for peaceful piano worship and inspiring faith poetry to calm your day? Check out our brand-new YouTube channel, Sonlight on the Keys. ▶️ Listen & Subscribe: Be sure to like your favorite sessions and subscribe so you never miss a new release! Sister Glenda @ www.vitalhope.co

I'd love to hear your thoughts, Feel free to send me a voice note. Today in Acts 12, we're talking about prison breaks, quiet miracles, and a God who escapes every cage. Tune in! Welcome and thank you for tuning in! I invite you to join us every Wednesday at 12:00 EST for a powerful reading and discussion of the Scriptures. Sister Glenda @ www.vitalhope.co