EXCEPT FOR THESE CHAINS
Passage: Acts 26:24~32
Keyverse: 29
1. Paul and Festus (24-26)
Paul's life testimony culminated in his testifying to Jesus, who
suffered and rose from the dead, and who brought the message of light to all
people. Governor Festus interrupted Paul and accused him of being out of his
mind. He thought his great learning had made him insane. This is a common
reaction when we talk about how Jesus has changed us. Paul reacted calmly,
saying he was not insane. Paul spoke only what was true and reasonable.
2. Paul and Agrippa (27-32)
Then Paul asked King Agrippa directly, "Do you believe the
prophets? I know you do." Paul had also offended Agrippa. He thought Paul
was trying to make him into a Christian (as if that were a horrible thing!)
Paul's response was actually his prayer for Agrippa. It should be our prayer
for all unbelievers: "Short time or long, I pray that not only you but all
who are listening to me today may become what I am, except for these
chains." Paul could easily have been set free. But he chose to follow God's
leading to Rome.
Prayer: Lord, I pray that all people may listen to you and become like Paul.
One Word: '...except for these chains'
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