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NASB | Acts 8:39 When they came up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord snatched Philip away; and the eunuch no longer saw him, but went on his way rejoicing. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Acts 8:39 When they came up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord [suddenly] took Philip [and carried him] away [to a different place]; and the eunuch no longer saw him, but he went on his way rejoicing. |
Bible Question: How can I get back the fire I once had for the things of God. I have lost a great amount of the zeal I once had when I was first called to ministry |
Bible Answer: Greetings EJM and welcome to the forum. Forget about the fire feelings stuff just stick with taking in God’s precious Word and give it back to those in your periphery with patience and joy instructing those that appose themselves. I remember when I was a new believer in Jesus and I was so excited about what I had found in Christ that everybody was going to listen “to me” or else. I muddied so much water in those early days of my Christian life, with all “my” attempts, to get everyone saved that I am still hearing about it and it’s been over 40 years now. I would Bible whip people thinking that I could convince them if I’d just push enough Scripture down their throat. They would listen. It Didn’t work. Weather believers understand it or not, “all” believers are in full time Christian service. 1 Peter 3:15 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear: The Lord uses prepared people. So be one by studying so you can pass it out. If you have any Biblical questions that have you stumped don’t be afraid to ask them on the forum. We will do all we can to help, I Hope you enjoy the forum, CDBJ |