Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 15, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 25-26. These chapters cover the hearing where Paul shared the gospel with Agrippa II, Bernice, and Festus. Paul uses a very simple outline to establish common ground with his audience, communicate his testimony, and connect the dots of God’s plan which includes an offer of salvation to all mankind. Paul’s strategy gives us a framework for sharing our faith with others and encourages us to be bold in evangelism.
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We see in Acts 25:23 that Luke describes Agrippa and Bernice entering with great pomp and military tribunes. Imagine the scene and how intimidating it might have been for Paul. But God doesn’t call us to these hard places without going before us and with us. Are you in a difficult season? God is with you. Spend time in prayer asking the Holy Spirit to cover you with His peace and boldness.
Would you consider taking time this week to write out your personal testimony? There is something powerful about remembering in detail how God transformed your life.
Paul’s testimony included three elements; established common ground, shared his transformed life, and connected his personal story with God’s larger story. Will you spend time reading Acts 26 and ask the Holy Spirit to reveal how to put Paul’s strategy into practice?
Will you pray and ask God to give you opportunities to share Jesus? He is faithful; He will open doors and equip you with the words to say.