“There we found some brethren and were invited to stay with them for seven days, and thus we came to Rome.” (Acts 28:14)
Those brethren who offered hospitality to Paul also offered it to Paul’s captors. Paul was a prisoner on his way to Rome. While in Rome, he would remain under guard and house arrest. I can only imagine the impression these Christians left upon the soldiers when they were offered a place to sleep, a hot meal, and kindness even though they were delivering an apostle to Rome for trial.
When God’s people show goodness to all, they glorify God before all.
Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites
Today’s Reading: Acts 28:11-22
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