Acts 13: Blinding the Sorcerer, Retelling the Big Story of Jesus, and Rejection by the Jews
January 4, 2022
Paul and Barnabas are sent by the Holy Spirit to Cyprus where Paul blinds a sorcerer, then travels to Pisidia where Paul tells of Egypt, David, John, and Jesus' death and resurrection but are slandered by the Jews but preach to the thankful Gentiles.
Summary
Paul and Barnabas are sent by the Holy Spirit to Cyprus where Paul blinds a sorcerer, then travels to Pisidia where Paul tells of Egypt, David, John, and Jesus' death and resurrection but are slandered by the Jews but preach to the thankful Gentiles.
Verse
“When the Gentiles heard this, they were very glad and thanked the Lord for his message; and all who were chosen for eternal life became believers.” Acts of the Apostles 13:48 NLT
Insight
The Jews rejected the message yet the Gentiles were glad to hear it, so the Holy Spirit did lead them to a fruitful path despite initial resistance.
Take Away
How can fasting and prayer direct me brought the Holy Spirit?
Paul and Barnabas are sent by the Holy Spirit to Cyprus where Paul blinds a sorcerer, then travels to Pisidia where Paul tells of Egypt, David, John, and Jesus' death and resurrection but are slandered by the Jews but preach to the thankful Gentiles.
Verse
“When the Gentiles heard this, they were very glad and thanked the Lord for his message; and all who were chosen for eternal life became believers.” Acts of the Apostles 13:48 NLT
Insight
The Jews rejected the message yet the Gentiles were glad to hear it, so the Holy Spirit did lead them to a fruitful path despite initial resistance.
Take Away
How can fasting and prayer direct me brought the Holy Spirit?