S.O.A.P. 30 Day Challenge – Day #18 February 18, 2024 “Time to Stand”
S. Acts 25:11 (NIV) “If, however, I am guilty of doing anything deserving death, I do not refuse to die. But if the charges brought against me by these Jews are not true, no one has the right to hand me over to them. I appeal to Caesar!”
O. I continue to be impressed with Paul’s integrity. Paul shows that he favors the rule of law. He would not refuse the death penalty if he was guilty. But he knew the Jews would run a “kangaroo” court, so he made his appeal, as a Roman citizen, to be tried in Rome, at the highest court.
A. There are times when as Christians we should not be pushovers or bullied. There are times when we should take our stand and use the rule of law to protect us from those who would falsely accuse us and seek to harm us.
P. Thank you Lord for Paul’s example of faith and integrity. Holy Spirit, fill me and guide me to have such faith to take a stand (when warranted) and to use the rule of law and your leading to protect our Kingdom advancing interests. In Jesus’ name.
