Given a Place

Day 189: Acts 26:1-32

“to open their eyes, so they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God. Then they will receive forgiveness for their sins and be given a place among God’s people, who are set apart by faith in me.” - Acts‬ ‭26:18‬ ‭NLT‬‬

As you read through Acts 26, you can’t help but be drawn into Paul’s heart cry and mission. He echoes what we see more than once in the writings of the prophet Isaiah (42:6-7, 49:6).

If we aren’t calling those we are trying to reach to a brand new life of freedom, then what is the point? Following Jesus isn’t just nice sentiment; it has the power to overcome any darkness. Being a Christian isn’t just a label; it is activating something that cannot be stopped. Satan himself is rendered ineffective.

Paul desired for these two Roman rulers to understand who was really in charge. Jesus Christ was running the show, and they would do well to worship as soon as possible.

“The net effect of all this is that the reader understands that God’s hand continues to be on Paul, and God’s plan for his life will be worked out.” - Ben Witherington III