S. Acts 24:26 (NIV) “At the same time he (Governor Felix) was hoping that Paul would offer him a bribe, soe he sent for him frequently and talked with him.”
O. Paul shows integrity and faith in God by not giving nto such bribes. Paul stays on task in sharing God’s word. Paul demonstrates a faith that acknowledges that the Lord will continue to guide and provide for him.
A. It seems there are always things that rise up in our life that appear beneficial to us if we will just lean into them. However, if such things end up taking the place of our dependance on the Lord for provision or leading, then we need to show intergrity and faith to say “no” to such things and place our complete trust in the Lord.
That is my prayer and desire. I do not need to lean into other sources or "guised” opportunities, rather, I will continue to keep my absolute reliance in the Lord for His provision and leading in my life.
P. Thank you Father for this word today and for Paul’s example of faith and integrity. Holy Spirit fill me and guide me to stay on track with God’s call in my life - that I might be found faithful and as a result, fruitful. In Jesus’ name.
