Acts 24
Acts 9:15 “Go Ananias! This man [Paul], is my chosen instrument to carry my Name before the Gentiles and their kings and before the people of Israel. I will show him how much he must suffer for my Name.” – Jesus
When life is full of ____________, rise above it in Christ.
John 16:33 “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” – Jesus
2 Corinthians 4:17-18 For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. – Paul
When opportunity _______________, speak the truth in love.
Colossians 4:2-6 Devote yourselves to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart. Pray for us, too, that God will give us many opportunities to speak about His mysterious plan concerning Christ. That is why I am here in chains. – Paul
Live for the ________________ of God, not the favor of men.
Ephesians 3:6-7 “And this is God’s plan: Both Gentiles and Jews who believe the Good News share equally in the riches inherited by God’s children. Both are part of the same body, and both enjoy the promise of blessings because they belong to Christ Jesus. By God’s grace and mighty power, I [WE] have been given the privilege of serving Him by spreading this Good News.” – Paul
2 Timothy 2:15 Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive His approval. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth. – Paul