Read: 1 Corinthians 16:1-24: Acts 19:21-20:6; Romans 1:1-32
I had never noticed how much Paul makes mention of Aquila and Priscilla. They had meetings in the homes, were highly praised by Paul, and were a great part of what God was doing during this time. Because they held such a high position of respect and authority, they were judged so strongly later.
The riot in Ephesus reminds me of what could happen when Trump is elected. Remember, to me, the election is tomorrow. Some whole businesses are going to be out of business…like the abortion business and they are not going to go down without a fight just like this silversmith who had a large business manufacturing silver shrines of the Greek goddess Artemis. Paul didn’t attack his business, he spoke against the worship of false idols. Artemis, the silversmith instigated a huge riot that lasted tow hours. Finally, the mayor managed to calm it down and send the people home. The kingdom of God causes violence, and the violent (energetic) take it by force. We need to be the violent like Paul was. We don not need to tolerate the deeds of the devil. God is bringing the kingdom of God down to earth during our lifetime and we need to fight for the kingdom. There is a clash of kingdoms going on on the earth and it is going to be rough for a while, but we need to be strong and courageous and not give in or give up! Christ in us the hope of glory!
Lord, may we wake up every morning and pray for the grace to be overcomes and live an abundant life. We are heirs and joint-heirs with Christ! Yoohoo!
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