It made the pagans very happy to hear this and they thanked the Lord for his message; all who were destined for eternal life became believers. Thus the word of the Lord spread through the whole countryside.
Acts13:48,49Paul and Barnabas are preaching powerfully in the synagogue causing leading Jews to become jealous and lead a revolt against them. Paul and Barnabas then declare they will take the Good News to the pagans causing great joy among those people.
The same message caused different responses from different people. The same is true today. What did Paul and Barnabas do? They kept the message intact and moved on to people who were receptive.
There a temptation to sweeten the message for some listeners. All that does is sour it. The "repent and believe" is essential for us to gain the wonderful promises of God. Yes, we deliver the message in a relevant and loving way but the message stays the same. "Through Jesus everyone who believes is set free from every sin."
Jesus, help me be true to your Good News with those I meet today.
Little Flower, please pray for me.
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