THE STORY OF JESUS: Acts 25:1-12
“I appeal to Caesar!” (Acts 25:11)
Does Paul appeal to Caesar to be set free, or to avoid an ambush by the Jews?
“As you have testified about me in Jerusalem, so you must also testify in Rome.” (Acts 23:11)
Paul knows he is destined for Rome to share God’s message of grace.
He’s not afraid to be imprisoned, or to die… so long as He can share Jesus.
Do we seek – or avoid – opportunities to let people know Who and what we believe?
Do we see our circumstances as opportunities to show the hope and love of Jesus?
If we spend time in the hospital, it is a time to show the hope and love of Jesus?
If we meet someone who wants to know more about our faith?
If we are challenged at university for being a Jesus follower?
If we are asked about what we did on the weekend?
Paul is not appealing to Caesar for his own sake, but for the sake of the gospel.
“Always be prepared… to give the reason for the hope that you have.” (1 Peter 3:15)
I do not need to push my faith on anyone, but if anyone asks me, I am ready.
Will I look for and take the opportunities today to share the reason for my hope?
What do you sense the Lord saying to you?
PRAYER
Lord, open my eyes to see how You are setting me up everyday to either show You to others through my actions, or to share you with others through my words.