Proclaim Jesus

Scripture: Acts 13:38 "Brothers, listen! We are here to proclaim that through this man Jesus there is forgiveness for your sins.

Observation: After the usual readings of the synagogue…they asked anyone to stand up and bring encouragement to the church. Paul brought the best encouragement of all. He told them that Jesus is the only one who can forgive you of your sins. He was not afraid to share the greatest news of all to the religious people. When He did this many of them repented and believed in Christ Jesus and they wanted him to come back and preach some more. The following week nearly the whole town came out to hear Paul preach.

Application: We must not be afraid to share the encouraging news of Jesus. As Paul says that ‘when the Gentiles heard this, they were very glad and thanked the Lord for his message; and all who were chosen for eternal life became believers.’ We never know who might be out there that does not know Christ. We must preach, teach, and encourage them to rely on God’s grace! Preach the Word!

Prayer: God may I have the guts of Paul to stand up and encourage people to follow Jesus! Give me opportunity to proclaim Jesus to the people in this area….and because of your words may the whole city and may the whole area be changed. Give me opportunities to proclaim your Gospel. In Jesus Name Amen!