Worldly-Wise
Some men joined him and believed . . .
Acts 17:34
Physical danger is not the only harm we face in life. When Paul saw worldly-wise, clever people in Athens in spiritual peril because “the city was given over to idols,” he “was greatly distressed” (Acts 17:16). The apostle’s innate response to those who flirted with ideas that failed to consider Christ was to share about God’s purposes in and through Jesus (v 18, 30-31). And some who heard believed (v 34).
Seeking ultimate meaning apart from faith in Christ is dangerous. Those who have found forgiveness and true fulfilment in Christ have been rescued from dead-end pursuits and have been given the message of reconciliation (see2 Corinthians 5:18-21). Sharing the Good-News of Jesus with those under the intoxicating influences of this life is still the means God uses to snatch people from harm’s way (danger).
Bible Reading
Acts 17:16-34.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for rescuing me from the spiritual harm of my own sin. Use me, Father, to help others who cannot see that they are in danger. In Jesus name. Amen.
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