Not Ashamed. Not Afraid. Paul inspired me today. I tried to imagine myself in his shoes--hauled before the court with the possibility of a severe sentence (maybe even death?) all because I believe in and follow Christ. Think about that for a moment. The temptation would be to shrink back, or worse, deny Christ altogether. Paul does neither. Instead, he boldly defends himself and in so doing courageously shares Christ. I absolutely loved how there wasn't even a hint of apology, discomfort or embarrassment. What a stellar example for us.
So we have this awesome example, now what do we do with it? What are some things we can do or maybe some steps we can try to help us be a confident witness like Paul? Tami W.
Good morning to all and I pray for God's guidance and strength for His people.
In verse 14 of Acts 24, Paul said, "But this I confess unto thee, that after the way which they call heresy, so WORSHIP I the GOD of my fathers, believing in ALL things which are written in the LAW and the PROPHETS" KJV. Paul knows that He has to keep in God's Word, His commandments or else we falter and fall into Satan's hands. Satan is always there lurking to trip us up and to take charge so we just have to Keep In God's word and continue to pray without ceasing, trusting in Him and living in Hope for His return which WILL happen.
So let us continue to pray for each other and asking Jesus to continue to be our Light, our Rock, our Fortress, our Shield and our Friend.
Joan R
“A dog barks when his master is attacked. I would be a coward if I saw that God’s truth is attacked and yet would remain silent.”
~ John Calvin ~