Daily Reading

Acts 13:1-52; Psalm 45:1-17; Proverbs 10:22,23

Saul, also known as Paul, and Barnabas are called by the Holy Spirit to embark on a mission trip. Notice when they go to the Islands, they start by preaching in the synagogue. There they preach a sermon that reminds the Jewish people of their history and the prophecies concerning the Messiah. They make is a point to show that Jesus has fulfilled the prophecy spoken of in the Torah (the Jewish Bible). Please remember that the good news is to be preached to the Jews & Paul has given us the method in which to do it. Remind them of the prophecies concerning the coming Messiah, for many are still waiting for them. Then explain how Jesus fulfilled those prophecies.

Paul & Barnabas' message resonated with many of the Jews and they began to follow him. Then Paul & Barnabas took the message to the Gentiles. The Gentiles rejoiced that they were now being given the opportunity to enter into a personal relationship with God, but the Jewish people became jealous of this invitation. Paul spoke plainly to all & continued to minister to everyone regardless of persecution.

The ministry of Paul is vital & important & we can learn so much from it. We need to rely on God for our every breath & we need to listen to His call. Remember that we are His voice, His mouthpiece & it is our calling to tell others about Him, to offer His grace & mercy & forgiveness to everyone we know. Paul answered the call, will you?