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RUSSELL SANDERS

8-19-2021

THE APOSTLE PAUL – LESSON 49

THE JOURNEY TO ROME PART 3

FELIX AND FESTUS

Paul’s journey to Jerusalem to Rome took nearly three years from summer 58 A.D. to spring 61 A.D. and two years of it was spent in Caesarea. This port city on the coast of eastern Mediterranean Sea was very important to the Roman Empire as seen by being named for Caesar.

Caesarean Governor Felix did not see any fault in Paul. Although held captive by Felix for two years, Paul had a lot of freedom and privileges. Paul’s message had penetrated deep enough that Felix “trembled” at his message. (Acts 24:23-27.) Felix’ wife was a Jew named Drusilla, so he had a little knowledge of Judaism, and also had some familiarity with these Christ-Followers of the Way.

During the two years, Felix often called for Paul to talk (commune) with him. He clearly hoped that Paul would offer him a bribe to let him go free. Paul knew he must somehow reach Rome, so freedom was not on his agenda.

After two years, Festus replaced Felix as Governor of Caesarea. Three days after taking over, Festus went to Jerusalem to inquire of the high priest and the chief of the Sanhedrin about the prisoner he had inherited from Felix. (Acts 25:1-5.)

The Jews told Festus their grievances. They asked him for a favor, namely that Festus would send Paul back to Jerusalem. Their secret plan was to lay in wait to kill him upon entrance to the city. Festus denied the request. He said Paul would be kept under his jurisdiction in Caesarea rather than turning him over to the Governor of Judea (Jerusalem). He invited them to return with him to Caesarea and make their case there. Upon the return to Caesarea, Paul was brought to the judgment seat and grievously accused by the Jews, but they could not offer any proof.

Willing to do these Jews a favor, Festus asked Paul if he would be willing to be tried in Jerusalem. Paul said, “no!” He knew the “deck” would be stacked against him there. Besides it was in the opposite direction from Rome.

More on that tomorrow about Paul’s appeal, and about Festus, Agrippa, and Bernice.

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HELEN SANDERS

8-18-2021

ARE YOU PREPARED?

In January 2020 the Lord gave me a word and it was “separation and preparation.” As I thought on these words at the time the COVID19 plague had not hit the entire world. It was gaining overnight, but nowhere near what it became – a worldwide plague. In thinking back, I know God wanted to warn us that this was coming. There were many prophetic words put out that it was going to be a year of 2020 vision and that there would be great victories. Instead of seeing the 2020 vision as a time of preparation and separation it became a year of slinging mud. It became a time of “I told you so’s” and I wish I had’s. It has brought great division in the body of Christ.

God tells us in Amos 3:7, “Surely the LORD God will do nothing but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets.” This holds true for today also. God always has “watchmen” that are given a word to prepare or warn His people for what is coming. Israel didn’t always listen, and many died, and the remaining ones ended up in captivity. Surely God has not changed his mind about revealing and warning. Separation and preparation simply meant that we were to separate ourselves unto God. We were to listen to what He had to say to each of us individually, and then prepare for whatever He told us.

Nothing happens without that nudge from Holy Spirit. We are told in John 16:13, “Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth is come, he will guide you into all truth…” So, if we aren’t hearing, then perhaps we aren’t listening to the right voices. Prophetic words are great if they are from God. When they always give a sugary feel-good word, you can be sure it isn’t from God. Even in the New Testament God used prophets to warn. Agabus warned Paul what he would face.

That brings us to the here and now. I sense that we need to be prepared for very hard days ahead. In the natural there have been floods, droughts, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and this will result in the loss of the food supply. It is imperative if we are going to survive the days that are coming (read about them in the book of Revelation) that we must be prepared.

I believe we have entered the last of the last days. Many believe that we will be raptured out of here before the worst of the worst takes place. But what if we aren’t? Are you prepared to give your life for Christ? Are you prepared for hardships and lack? I suggest that you prepare and be ready for it. As I write this, I feel prompted to tell you there are very dark days ahead. There will be much more violence than we have ever seen. There will be lack and there will be many sudden deaths.

At the same time, we are the light that needs to shine into this darkness. I pray you have prepared to be the witness that God wants you to be in the season ahead. Don’t sit back and say, “I wish I had” when you can say, “I’m glad I did.” Be prepared!

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HELEN SANDERS

6-19-2021

PROPHETIC EXHORTATION

God did not give us eyes in the back of our head for a reason. We aren't to keep looking back. The past is over, both the good and the bad. Leave it in the past!

The Winds of Change are Here

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APOSTLE PAT MURRAY

8-19-2021

PROPHETIC EXHORTATION

Don't give in and don’t you ever think about giving up. Success often arises out of the biggest heap of ashes from our failures. Just ask those in the hall of faith chapter in Hebrews 11. We read there how they all faced some really tough adversities; But the good news is they overcame them all. Then before you knew it their biggest weakness turned into their absolutely greatest strengths. In fact, they became so strong in their battles until they put entire armies to flight. So for today, just try trusting God completely; And when you do you too will begin to see things in a different light. Yes, as you fully trust God you’ll see beauty arise from the ashes of the failures you’ve been so concerned about... Both the present failures and the past ones. Just always remember that only God can turn your mess into a message... And your mistakes into miracles. So trust Him; And this too shall pass and you can be assured that your greater is soon coming. Just hold on and hold out.