19But when they arrest you, do not worry about what to say or how to say it. At that time you will be given what to say,
20for it will not be you speaking, but the Spirit of your Father speaking through you.
- P38
32"Whoever acknowledges me before others, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven.
33But whoever disowns me before others, I will disown before my Father in heaven.- P39
For the Twelve, being sent out like sheep among wolves is probably not their ideal job description. Jesus warns His disciples to be on their guard because they will face fierce opposition and persecution, including being flogged in the synagogues and being hated by everyone. However, the disciples are also promised strong support. They will not have to worry about what to say or how to say it because the Holy Spirit will speak through them. - P40
Sometimes we may be worried about what to say when people challenge our beliefs. However, we can be confident that God’s Spirit will give us the words to say when we need them. We become His mouthpiece as God speaks to others through us.- P40
Lord, I know that when I face opposition and persecution, I do not need to worry because Your Spirit is with me. May my faith and courage rise so that I may live fearlessly as Your disciple. In Your name I pray, amen.- P41
We must remember God has shown Himself to be the ultimate expert. Heisn‘t just available to us for a one-time salvation from the judgment that isto come; He saves us from living a meaningless life and calls us to live ac-cording to His plans and purposes. - P41
His desire is for us to live life to the full,
and there is only one way to achieve this: Receive salvation through God‘sSon and grow in His likeness. The world may laugh at the notion of turningto God, but we should remember that we can turn to Him for anything,
whether that be concerns about our health, money, or relationships. - P41
Let usalways look to God, the ultimate expert of this life.- P41
The threat of physical harm can paralyze even the most courageous amongus. However, we do not need to be afraid of people who may harm thetemporal body but cannot kill the soul because God cares for His people.
He knows every hair on our heads, and we can be assured that in due time,
He will bring all things to light. No injustice will go unpunished, and thosewho confidently declare Christ on earth will be acknowledged by Jesus inheaven. - P40
Nothing escapes the all-seeing gaze of our Father. Be encouraged,
for we are fully known and cared for by our powerful and loving God,
and He will act with perfect wisdom and justice against those who comeagainst- P40
