Date: Oct. 6, 2014
Acts 21:37-22:16 (ESV)
First, Paul meets the Risen Jesus (21:37-22:11). Paul spoke to the commander in Greek and then to the people in Aramaic which quieted them down. He had been a zealous Pharisee that was out to destroy the sect of the Nazarene. But while on his way to Damascus, the Risen Jesus appeared to him in a blinding light. When Paul asked him who he was, the Lord replied, "I am Jesus of Nazareth, whom you are persecuting." This was the turning point in Paul's life. It was the moment of self-discovery. He was given direction to go into Damascus where he would be told what to do.
Second, you will be his witness to all people (22:12-16). Ananias was Paul's first Bible teacher who opened Paul's eyes and told him that he had been chosen by God to see Jesus the Righteous One and to hear words from his mouth. It is a great privilege to hear the words of God. Then Ananias commissioned him to be a witness of Jesus to all peoples. Paul was baptized in the name of Jesus; he became a new creation (2 Cor. 5:17).
Prayer: Lord, thank you for letting me see you and hear your words. Make me your witness today.
One Word: Hear Jesus' words and be a witness
Acts 20:13-24
Key Verse: 20:24
But I do not account my life of any value nor as precious to myself, if only I may finish my course and the ministry that I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God.
