July 20, 2008

Acts 21:15-40

Paul went to Jerusalem and was told by the church elders that many Jewish believers were angry with him because they heard he was teaching Jews to abandon the laws of Moses. He was urged to take part in a purification ceremony to show that he himself was keeping the law. While at the temple, he was recognized by some men who stirred up a mob against him. When word reached a Roman commander, he arrested Paul and took him away.

You can't please all of the people all of time. Even when you try to do the right thing, it's not always enough for some. Just remember, you only need to please God. Every attempt should be made to get along with others, but there's no guarantee that doing God's will is going to be pleasing to everyone.

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