163 Perilous Plight in Jerusalem

Acts 21:17-40; 22:1-23, TBC Book Two, Chapter 163
From the moment they reached the city of Jerusalem, Paul sensed that danger was imminent. James, the Lord’s brother, and all the elders of the church greeted Paul warmly and welcomed the good news of his success among the Gentiles. But they also warned that not everyone would receive his report as good news.

While Paul was reaping success among Gentiles, the apostles reported that thousands of Jews had also put their faith in Christ—Jews zealous for the Law of Moses and wary of Paul. They believed the false stories they heard, rumors that Paul was teaching Jews who lived among Gentiles to turn away from the teachings of Moses, to abandon Jewish customs and traditions.

“What shall we do?” one of the leaders asked. “They will hear that you have arrived, and we need a way to prove that you still uphold the Law of Moses. So, listen to our idea. . . .”

(See THE BIBLE CLICKS, Book Two, Chapter 163, for the rest of the story.)
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Today’s Takeaways
     A proverb to guide you: The one who reaches for a stone is bent toward evil.
     A promise to cling to: “Whoever belongs to God hears what God says. The reason you do not hear is that you do not belong to God.” John 8:47 NIV
     A praise to fill you: Walk with You  Della Reese     [Can skip ad after first 5 seconds]

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