“In the generations gone by, He permitted all the nations to go their own ways…” (Acts 14:16)
Why are there problems in the world? It isn’t because of God’s ways; it is because of ours. God permits all nations to go their own way and pursue their own freedoms and choices, but those choices have consequences. We love our freedom, but we want it to be without cost, and that just isn’t reality.
This world is very dark and very broken at times. That’s on us, not Him.
Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites
Today’s Reading: Acts 14:8-18
Questions to ask:
- How does this show the continuation of Jesus’ work now going on in the church?
- How is the gospel, Paul’s preaching, and/or Paul’s defense received?
- What is the Holy Spirit doing in this text?
- What in our reading shows how Paul handled adversity and difficulty?
This year, #Biblebites are following the life and writings of Paul. If you would like a copy of the reading schedule, you can view it here: https://eastlandchristians.org/news-events/2023-vision