Today's readings are Psalm 119.113-120, 1 Samuel 6.19-7.17, and Acts 19.1-22.
Our reading from Acts, which covers a time period of more than two years and three months, shows an explosive spread of the Gospel. It may be helpful to us to look at who does what in this reading. See how Paul, our main character, proclaims the Gospel, defends his faith, and prays for people. All he does is show himself faithful to the tasks God has set before him. It is the Holy Spirit who brings change. The circumstances of Paul's work seem to be set up by God, not by Paul.
How do we work to spread the Gospel today? Are we often guilty of using our man-centered methods of publicity and market analysis as a substitute for being faithful to speak from God and pray to God? May the Lord work through us, as we are truly unable to accomplish his work otherwise.
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