Arise in Boldness - Audio

Dr. Roger L. Smith examines the Apostle Paul’s trial before Governor Festus and King Agrippa as recorded in the Book of Acts. After two years of imprisonment, Paul appealed to Caesar, leading to a high-profile hearing where he boldly defended the Gospel. Dr. Smith defines biblical boldness as a combination of faith, wisdom, and courage, rather than mere belligerence. Instead of offering a personal defense, Paul testified to the resurrection and his miraculous transformation from a persecutor to an apostle. While Festus dismissed him as "mad," Paul’s graceful yet firm approach forced the rulers to acknowledge his innocence. Ultimately, the document illustrates that God places believers before earthly authorities to testify to the truth, encouraging Christians to trust God’s sovereign plan even during seasons of trial.