House Church Family Devo
Head: Know God's Word | Heart: Love God | Hands: Follow God's Way
Read Acts 23-24
Head
Yesterday we read about Paul’s arrest. Today, we read about a plot to kill him! Paul can’t catch a break! While Paul is in the barracks, Jews are plotting to kill him. There were more than 40 people who made this plan! They even made an oath that they wouldn’t eat or drink until Paul was killed. During this plotting, the son of Paul’s sister hears about their plan and goes to tell Paul about it. Paul tells him to go to the tribune about the plan to harm him. The tribune orders that a large group of soldiers take Paul to Felix, the Governor in Caesarea. They sent a letter telling the governor what was happening, and he kept Paul safe.
Heart
Poor Paul! You would think he would be completely discouraged about all that’s happening, but he knew God was protecting him and that no plan against him would succeed until God’s plan for him was complete. God put people like Paul’s nephew in place to help carry out His plan of protection. We can trust God just like Paul did to take care of us. He has a plan for us, and nothing can stop that!
Hands
Is there a time in your life when you’ve seen God’s protection? Take a minute to think about that. Pray and thank God for His protection and thank Him for the plan and purpose He has for you!
Prayer: God, we are so thankful! We are honored that you have a purpose and plan for us. Thank you for your protection as I live out your purpose and plan. Amen!
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