Almost Persuaded
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Introduction
Introduction
Greetings…
In Acts 26 we find Paul in prison (for two years from June 57 - August 59) and defending himself against the Jews accusations while he also taught the gospel to all that would listen.
While in prison is most likely where Paul had the opportunity to teach Caesar’s household.
22 All the saints greet you, especially those of Caesar’s household.
In Acts 26 we find Paul defending himself legally and preaching the gospel to the new govern Festus, his wife Bernice, and King Agrippa.
In this exchange between these three men we find this in Acts 26:22-29.
22 To this day I have had the help that comes from God, and so I stand here testifying both to small and great, saying nothing but what the prophets and Moses said would come to pass: 23 that the Christ must suffer and that, by being the first to rise from the dead, he would proclaim light both to our people and to the Gentiles.”
24 And as he was saying these things in his defense, Festus said with a loud voice, “Paul, you are out of your mind; your great learning is driving you out of your mind.” 25 But Paul said, “I am not out of my mind, most excellent Festus, but I am speaking true and rational words.
26 For the king knows about these things, and to him I speak boldly. For I am persuaded that none of these things has escaped his notice, for this has not been done in a corner. 27 King Agrippa, do you believe the prophets? I know that you believe.”
28 And Agrippa said to Paul, “In a short time would you persuade me to be a Christian?” 29 And Paul said, “Whether short or long, I would to God that not only you but also all who hear me this day might become such as I am—except for these chains.”
In this exchange there are several lessons on teaching the lost we can benefit learning from.
The first I want us to consider is that when teaching the lost…
Take Every Opportunity
Take Every Opportunity
Whether The Opportunity Is Presented
Whether The Opportunity Is Presented
Sometimes opportunities to teach the gospel and God’s word just present themselves to you.
Me and the resent plumber’s discussion on religion when he came to the house this week.
5 Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. 6 Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person.
These opportunities happen…
When people see we are different then them.
15 but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect,
When people see we are kind to them.
Whether The Opportunity Is Made
Whether The Opportunity Is Made
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Summary
Summary
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Time Is Irrelevant
Time Is Irrelevant
Test
Test
Conclusion
Conclusion
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Invitation
1 Behold, the Lord’s hand is not shortened, that it cannot save, or his ear dull, that it cannot hear; 2 but your iniquities have made a separation between you and your God, and your sins have hidden his face from you so that he does not hear.
6 who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, 7 but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men.
