SOAP - Numbers 3, 4; Acts 25

Scripture-
Acts 25:19 Instead, they had some points of dispute with him about their own religion and about a dead man named Jesus who Paul claimed was alive.

Observation-
After being imprisoned by Felix for two years as a 'favor' to the Jews, Paul now stood before Felix's successor Festus who did not expect to hear the charges that were being brought against Paul. Paul stood firm against the Jews in defense of the Truth and in his mission to spread the Gospel of Jesus. Even Festus acknowledged Paul's testimony about the death and resurrection of Jesus. Paul was doing the work of the Kingdom with great conviction so that other could at least hear the Gospel, and then it would be up to them whether or not they received it and believed it in their hearts.

Application-
I will be a mighty messenger of the Gospel of Christ and will not waver in my testimony of the Truth regardless of my circumstance or present situation. I will continue to be in the Word daily and to be open for the Holy Spirit to lead me in learning and understanding what I need to know and to do in service to God.

Prayer-
Lord God, I think You again for Paul's example here and for choosing Him as an ambassador and messenger for Your Kingdom. Paul spoke the Truth and the Gospel of Christ boldly, regardless of his situation, and I pray that You would grant me power, strength, and courage to do the same so that I would glorify You. You are my King and thank You for my eternal Hope which is in Your Son Jesus, my Lord and Savior. Please lead me through Your Holy Spirit and help me to be obedient to Your calling. I love and praise You. Amen.