BC - Day 338

Reading:  23-25


As Paul discoursed on righteousness, self-control and the judgment to come, Felix was afraid and said, "That's enough for now!  You may leave.  When I find it convenient, I will send for you."  Acts 24:25


Footnote: Paul's talk with Felix became so personal that Felix grew fearful.  Felix, like Herod Antipas, had taken another man's wife.  Paul's words were interesting until they focused on "righteousness, self-control, and the judgment to come."  Many people will be glad to discuss the gospel with you as long as it doesn't touch their lives too personally.  When it does, some will resist or run.  But this is what the gospel is all about -- God's power to change lives.  The gospel is not effective until it moves from principles and doctrine into a life-changing dynamic.  When someone resists or runs from your witness, you have undoubtedly succeeded in making the gospel personal.


The next day Agrippa and Bernice came with great pomp and entered the audience room with the high ranking officers and the leading men of the city.  At the command of Festus, Paul was brought in.  Acts 25:23


Footnote:  Paul was in prison but that didn't stop him from making the most of his situation.  Military officers and prominent city leaders met in the palace room with Agrippa to hear this case.  Paul saw this new audience as yet another opportunity to present the gospel.  Rather than complain about your present situation, look for ways to use every opportunity to serve God and share him with others.  Your problems may be opportunities in disguise.


JUST KEEP READING..........

All notes in italics taken from Life Application Study Bible, New International Version.