David M. Levy (1) (1937–)

The testimony of a new believer in Christ causes other believes to rejoice. Imagine how overjoyed the apostle Paul was to learn of the Thessalonians' steadfast faith despite their persecution. He rejoiced over therm and longed to see them again. Bjut that was not to be.

Here is a great book to read if you are interested in what the movie "Left Behind" is all about. This is basically a verse by verse commentary of 'The Revelation of Saint John the Divine' (the last book in the Bible). The only quibble I have with it (other than that it is an interpretation) is that the authors do not mention Darby or Scofield, who are the originators of this particular interpretation of Revelation.

Men of Faith were ordinary men whom God called on to accomplish extraordinary feats energized by the Holy Spirit.

John listed a number of conditions that inhibit believers from having gellowship with God and other believers. Beginning with 1 John 1:6 through the end of the chapter, he used five clauses that all hinge on the word 'if'.