"So I strive always to keep my conscience clear before God and man." Acts 24:16 Paul was being held in prison for his preaching. While there the governor, Felix, came down to hear his case. Paul boldly told Felix what he had been doing. He then told Felix that he works hard at keeping his... Continue Reading →
Acts 23:11 Testify Again
"The following night the Lord stood near Paul and said, Take courage! As you have testified about me in Jerusalem, so you must also testify in Rome." Acts 23:11 Paul had been arrested for talking about Jesus in public places. As he was tried, he boldly stated who Jesus was and why he talked about... Continue Reading →
Acts 22:1 Defense
"Brothers and fathers, listen now to my defense." Acts 22:1 The people had rose up against Paul's preaching in Jerusalem. A riot was in the forming. The officials grabbed Paul to take him in. As they were holding him, Paul asks to speak to the crowd. Read the verses now through verse 21. Paul gives... Continue Reading →
Acts 21:13 How Much Are Willing To Go Through?
"Then Paul answered, Why are you weeping and breaking my heart? I am ready not only to be bound, but also to die in Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus." Acts 21:13 Paul was on his way to Jerusalem and had stopped in Caesarea to stay for a few days. As he was... Continue Reading →
Acts 20:24 The Main Goal
"However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me--the task of testifying to the good news of God's grace." Acts 20:24 Paul had been traveling all around to Gentile cities preaching the gospel message. He now feels... Continue Reading →