The great storm that overtook the ship carrying Paul to Rome was a literal storm, but it was also an illustration of the storms that come into the life of a believer. At times we think we’re exempt from those storms, but when they break on us with all their fury, where is our anchor? Join Dr. James

The Apostle Paul is about to have his third hearing before the authorities of his day, but unlike his previous defenses, this hearing with King Agrippa was to prove more promising, because Agrippa had both a knowledge of Jewish ways and a standing with Rome. Join Dr. James Boice next time, on The Bi

One of the amazing things about the work of God in the life of a believer is the way He uses circumstances to bring about His ends. That was certainly true in the life of Paul, as a long string of circumstances brought him to the court of Festus, a decisive judge who would usher the Apostle along to

Jesus promised Paul that he would preach to the Gentiles, testify to the Jews and give evidence before kings. He preached to Gentiles throughout Europe and Asia and to his fellow countrymen in Jerusalem and now the time was at hand for him to stand before kings for the Savior whom he served. Join Dr

God is never closer than when we cannot see His face. That was certainly true in the Apostle Paul’s case when all seemed against him, as forty of his fellow countrymen vowed not to eat or drink until they saw Paul dead! Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he uncovers the detail

We can be knowledgeable, eloquent, wise and charitable, but the true measure of our spiritual state is not determined by any of these impressive characteristics. Today on The Bible Study Hour, Dr. Boice will offer us a simple, two question test that can identify the mark of any true believer. Let’s

As we begin to study the final chapters of the Book of Acts, we see the Apostle Paul--after enjoying years of freedom in spreading the gospel—being taken into Roman custody. While Paul’s imprisonment was hardly a good situation from a human point of view, it was to be greatly used in bringing the go

In order to heal the rift between Jewish and Gentile believers, the Apostle Paul was willing to compromise with the very laws and customs he so adamantly preached against. But his plans were not God’s plans and despite Paul’s good intentions, the Jews of Jerusalem rose up against him. Join Dr. James

His friends and coworkers warned him. A prophet gave him a visual demonstration of what awaited him. Was the Apostle Paul wrong in his insistence to go on to Jerusalem, or was God using Paul’s obstinance to fulfill His purpose? Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he leads us th

The Apostle Paul was a giant among the leaders of the early church--a man who, by God’s grace, accomplished great things in the face of great adversity. Yet he was just a man and experienced the same human emotions as you and me. Join Dr. James Boice next time, on The Bible Study Hour as he shares t

The 20th chapter of Acts chronicles the shift in the Apostle Paul’s ministry and a wrap up of his work in Macedonia and Asia. Acts 20 records a time for Paul to visit his churches for the last time as he heads to Jerusalem and then on to Rome. Join Dr. James Boice next time, on The Bible Study Hour

Of all the teachings, parables and sermons our Lord presented during his time on earth, there’s probably none better known than the beatitudes. But while it’s one of the most well-known passages of Scripture, it’s often the most misunderstood. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour a

Very few people have literally caused a riot. But the apostle Paul did just that as he preached and lectured in Ephesus. The locals who made their living making idols of the goddess Artemis didn’t like what they were hearing about a different kind of God. Keep listening, as Dr. James Boice tells wha

Judging by the movies we watch, we’re drawn to big cities. More than a thousand movies have been filmed in New York alone. In Paul’s day, Ephesus was a big city, with a third of a million people. And it drew him—not only to visit but to linger. It was one of the cities where he honed his strategy fo