The Hard Right Way

“Through many tribulations, we must enter the kingdom of God.” (Acts 14:22b)

If following Christ is hard – you are doing it right.

If living by faith scares you sometimes – you are doing it right.

If “Jesus first” leads to sacrifices and losses – you are doing it right.

If kingdom ethics have caused you to be uncomfortable – you are doing it right.

If a God-guided conscience has forced you to make painful decisions – you are doing it right.

If the devil’s arrows have caused you to stumble or frustrated your progress  – don’t quit. You are doing it right.

The apostles never said it would be easy.  They just said it would be worth it.

Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites

Today’s Reading: Acts 14:19-28

Questions to ask:

  1. How does this show the continuation of Jesus’ work now going on in the church?
  2. How is the gospel, Paul’s preaching, and/or Paul’s defense received?
  3. What is the Holy Spirit doing in this text?
  4. What in our reading shows how Paul handled adversity and difficulty?

This year, #Biblebites are following the life and writings of Paul.  If you would like a copy of the reading schedule, you can view it here: https://eastlandchristians.org/news-events/2023-vision

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