21 And all who heard him were amazed and said, “Is not this the man who made havoc in Jerusalem of those who called upon this name? And has he not come here for this purpose, to bring them bound before the chief priests?”
I love this!! It shows that no matter your actions in the past, when you believe in Jesus Christ and accept him as your Saviour, you are made new. Your life will change and people will be amazed!
Wow acts is so riveting! I should concentrate more on proverbs, but I have been reading through proverbs faster than usual so I can get to acts. Are there any good books about acts?
I love the story of Saul’s conversion. Ananias’ story though stuck out to me more this time I read the story. The faith and willingness that he served and followed the Lord with is something that I want to strive for.
Same, Anna Marie! His willingness to follow God’s voice, even when it seemed crazy, is such an inspiration to me. And to think of all the times I suppress His voice to do my own thing. May we all be more like Ananias!
I started this journey in February, instead of January, and today I finally caught up! So happy and excited for the months to come. Thank you for all your comments, ladies, you have given me some wonderful insight while reading.
Personally I think all of it is saying ‘if you punish the evil you will just have to keep punishing it but if you help the evil understand good it will gain knowledge.’
Anyone have any thoughts on Pr 20:30? It seems to go against several of our laws. It doesn’t seem to match with forgiveness and turning the other cheek.
Terri, I did some cross referencing for this verse and it lead me to Isaiah 53:5- “But He was pierced for our transgressions; He was crushed for our iniquities; upon Him was the chastisement that brought us peace.” When we think of how this verse in Proverbs describes what Jesus did for us it makes perfect sense :)
My note in my study Bible says: “Stern punishment is necessary to restrain evil. Proverbs often refers to fools whose backs are beaten (10:13; 14:3; 19:29; 26:3), but even then, because they are fools, they may not change their ways.” (cf 17:10; see 27:22 and note).
I don’t think this means we are supposed to beat people, but I think this was the way the writer of the Proverbs is saying that there are some people that are more stubborn and might require tough love.
21 And all who heard him were amazed and said, “Is not this the man who made havoc in Jerusalem of those who called upon this name? And has he not come here for this purpose, to bring them bound before the chief priests?”
I love this!! It shows that no matter your actions in the past, when you believe in Jesus Christ and accept him as your Saviour, you are made new. Your life will change and people will be amazed!
Wow acts is so riveting! I should concentrate more on proverbs, but I have been reading through proverbs faster than usual so I can get to acts. Are there any good books about acts?
I love the story of Saul’s conversion. Ananias’ story though stuck out to me more this time I read the story. The faith and willingness that he served and followed the Lord with is something that I want to strive for.
Same, Anna Marie! His willingness to follow God’s voice, even when it seemed crazy, is such an inspiration to me. And to think of all the times I suppress His voice to do my own thing. May we all be more like Ananias!
I started this journey in February, instead of January, and today I finally caught up! So happy and excited for the months to come. Thank you for all your comments, ladies, you have given me some wonderful insight while reading.
great job! yes, the comments are certainly helpful.
Pay10 thank you for that insight!
Personally I think all of it is saying ‘if you punish the evil you will just have to keep punishing it but if you help the evil understand good it will gain knowledge.’
Anyone have any thoughts on Pr 20:30? It seems to go against several of our laws. It doesn’t seem to match with forgiveness and turning the other cheek.
Terri, I did some cross referencing for this verse and it lead me to Isaiah 53:5- “But He was pierced for our transgressions; He was crushed for our iniquities; upon Him was the chastisement that brought us peace.” When we think of how this verse in Proverbs describes what Jesus did for us it makes perfect sense :)
My note in my study Bible says: “Stern punishment is necessary to restrain evil. Proverbs often refers to fools whose backs are beaten (10:13; 14:3; 19:29; 26:3), but even then, because they are fools, they may not change their ways.” (cf 17:10; see 27:22 and note).
I don’t think this means we are supposed to beat people, but I think this was the way the writer of the Proverbs is saying that there are some people that are more stubborn and might require tough love.
I was challenged this morning! I need to be like Saul and not let what other people think of me to ruin how I am living my life!