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Jun 6
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Acts 21 - Daily Bible Devotional

Kris Emerson
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Acts 21

 

Paul travels to Jerusalem despite warnings of danger. Along the way, he visits various Christian communities, where believers plead with him not to go. At Caesarea, Paul stays at the home of Philip the evangelist, one of the seven men chosen in Acts 6. The prophet Agabus predicts that Paul will be bound and handed over to the Gentiles. Paul remains resolute, declaring his willingness to suffer and even die in the name of Jesus. Upon arriving in Jerusalem, Paul meets with James and the other elders, recounting the wonderful things God has accomplished among the Gentiles. After taking a vow to appease the Jewish believers, an angry mob of Jewish unbelievers accuses Paul of defiling the temple by bringing Gentiles into it. In the chaos, Roman soldiers arrest him. 

 

Paul’s example of courage should leave a profound impact on our hearts. The Holy Spirit indicates that Paul will suffer for his testimony about Christ in Jerusalem, and his friends urge him not to go. However, Paul’s commitment to suffer and die for Christ captures the essence of discipleship: Jesus is either worth nothing or worth everything. We must make that determination in our lives. Paul’s vow in Jerusalem illustrates his willingness to make sacrifices to help brethren understand the mission. His calmness in the face of criticism and threats demonstrates the peace that can be found only in Jesus. Today, God’s people must also make concessions to influence others, but they must never compromise their spiritual integrity.

 

Great Protector, we entrust our lives to You and dedicate ourselves to Your ministry. Through the Spirit, You have revealed to us that the path of truth is narrow and difficult, often inviting persecution from unbelievers. Father, grant us the courage to choose Your Son now and always. Guide us to faithful individuals, from whom we can draw the encouragement we seek. Help us to love them and do everything possible to retain fellowship with them. However, protect us from compromising to fit the world's expectations, even if this leads to severe consequences and personal costs for Jesus.  

 

Thought Questions:

 

-       Prophets warned Paul “through the Spirit” about the future. How does the Holy Spirit also warn and teach us about future events?

 

-       Paul shared God’s work among the Gentiles, encouraging Jewish believers. Do you share the workings of God in your life to uplift Christians?

 

-       Paul held his composure, even against false accusations, arrest, and a beating. Will you show such composure today amid the trials you face?

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