On trial (again), Paul continues to assert that he is in trouble because he believes in the resurrection (vs. 21). He insists that his faith is not something novel, but that he "worships the God of our ancestors, believing everything laid down according to the law or written in the prophets" (vs. 14).
One thing seems pretty clear: Paul's teaching produces strong reactions. It is enough to inspire 40 men to take a vow to assassinate him. It brings the Jewish establishment, including the high priest, to Caesarea to prosecute him. It strikes fear into the heart of Felix as he hears Paul's message about justice, self-control and the coming judgment. It causes men to convert and demons to flee. It may have caused Eutychus to doze off and fall to his death, but it also brought him back to life!
The Gospel of Jesus Christ should be making a real difference in your life. Though once we were blind, now we see! Though once we were dead, now we are alive!
What will you do with the Resurrection?
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