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In today's episode, we ask the important question, "How brave should you be?" We'll examine Paul's boldness before the Sanhedrin in Acts 23:1-10 and reflect on the nature of true courage rooted in a clear conscience and God’s truth. Let’s discover how we can be courageous in our own lives for the sake of the gospel.
Episode Notes
Title: How Brave Should You Be
Scripture Reference: Acts 22:30- 23:10
Key Themes:
- The nature of boldness rooted in a good conscience shaped by God's Word.
- The role of wisdom, courage, and grace when confronting hypocrisy or doctrinal error.
- Paul’s defence before the Sanhedrin and how his strategy demonstrates wise and courageous witness.
Main Points:
- A Clear Conscience: Paul declares his good conscience before God, highlighting that conscience must be aligned with Scripture to be reliable.
- Confronting Hypocrisy: Paul boldly calls out the illegal and hypocritical actions of the high priest, balancing truth with respect.
- Strategic Wisdom: Paul uses the theological division between Pharisees and Sadducees to shift the debate, focusing on the resurrection of the dead.
- Courageous Living: True bravery involves standing for truth with love, wisdom, and grace—not brashness or self-serving confrontation.
Practical Application:
- Be courageous for the gospel but temper boldness with humility and love.
- Speak truth wisely and rely on the light of God’s Word to guide your conscience.
- When facing opposition, pray for grace, seek wisdom, and trust God with the results.
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