Wow! To be able to rejoice after suffering, by having the perspective of being counted worthy to suffer for Christ. That's like considering it a privilege and honor. It's amazing to be able to do that, in the midst of opposition, persecution, jail, trials, and flogging.
This passage illustrates a few points:
- We can still encounter opposition and challenges when we are doing God's Will. The apostles were arrested and taken to trial more than once just for proclaiming the Gospel and doing God's work. And, even when they were released by the angel, they were told to continue proclaiming. This was affirmation from God. So, even when we face roadblocks, it doesn't necessarily mean it's time to give up.
- Logical persuasive argument can be effective even in the face of fury. The Sanhedrin was so furious that they wanted to put the apostles to death; but, Gamaliel was able to persuade them to let the apostles go. Whether or not it was correct reasoning, it was logical and persuasive. So, imagine how effective we can be when we are not only logical and persuasive, but can back it up with the TRUTH.
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