Righteousness Can Make Some Afraid

Scripture Acts 24:25 Now as he reasoned about righteousness, self-control, and the judgment to come, Felix was afraid and answered, “Go away for now; when I have a convenient time I will call for you.”

Observation: It’s hard to spread the gospel of Jesus to some because it makes them nervous. When you speak of heaven and hell it can confuse some and they don’t want to hear about either. We are all sinners and none of us are righteous apart from Christ. No one should look at a Christian and think any righteousness came from us but be able to see the righteousness of Jesus through us.

Application: If I get an opportunity to talk to someone about my savior I need to do it in a loving way, the way that would please God. God wants none to perish, but the choice is ours. They only fear they should experience is the thought of dying without knowing God’s son. That should be the greatest fear any of us should have.

Prayer My Lord, you have blessed me with gifts and talents that are at your disposal. Fill me with the Holy Spirit and use me as your vessel to speak to those you put in my path today. Thank you for spending time with me each day I pray that I please you.