November 05

When the Crowd Flip Flops


Then some Jews came from Antioch and Iconium and won the crowd over. They stoned Paul and dragged him outside the city, thinking he was dead.

Acts 14:19 (NIV)


This same crowd which, at one point, wanted to worship Paul as a god is now out to kill him. Like many in our world, these people were extremely fickle. They were impressed with the miracles but not the truth behind those life-changing experiences. In spite of this set back, Paul and Barnabus will brush themselves off and continue to preach Good News and do good works for Christ.

I read this and I am challenged. Aren't you? Like Paul, I need to persevere. Sure, people may be swayed by the latest media scare, but I must remain true to Him who calls me, and I must continue to do the things He has chosen for me.

Never is it about me. Never is it only about them. It is always about Him.


Lord, grant me the inner strength of Paul and Barnabus that You may work Your good work in me. Bring glory to Your name, I pray. Amen.