Acts 24

Acts chapters 23 – 25 actually go together in that Paul has been put in prison on false accusations and the Jews want him to be put to death for standing up and preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Felix was the governor who had Paul put in prison, and now his successor, Festus, has inherited the case. Paul ends up at a hearing before Festus and King Agrippa so he boldly proclaimed the gospel of Jesus Christ to them. Both men are more interested in making a name for themselves with the Jews than doing what is right for Paul. They are MORE INTERESTED in their POSITIONS OF POWER than they are their souls.

There are two great lessons that we can glean from these passages.  First, Paul stands strong even in the face of death and proclaims the gospel of Jesus Christ. No matter what our circumstances, we should let our light shine so that the world can see the reflection of Jesus Christ in our lives.

Second, GODLY leaders will never compromise their integrity to protect their power or position in this world. We must be totally submissive to Jesus Christ and His Will for our lives. Remember, "Seek ye FIRST the Kingdom of God and His Righteousness and all these other things will be added unto you."

Billy Potter