Wednesday, November 07, 2018 -Third and Long

In our new series "Third and Long", our focus will be on getting back up when life knocks us down. We begin with a look at Paul on his first missionary journey. The Holy Spirit led him to Listra and things happened in that town that were unexpected. From a human perspective, Paul's effort to preach the gospel seemed hopeless.  In our lives, we often feel defeated in the fight. We do not always see God's hand at work and it can be tempting to give up. When we are in pursuit of Jesus and the Holy Spirit is leading us, we have to look beyond what we want and see what God has for us. God's plan may look completely different than what we have planned for our lives.  Paul knew the gospel mattered more than what looked like defeat; we have to believe that too. We must push forward for Christ, regardless of the consequences we could face here in this temporary life. Eternal things of God are worth the cost every time.   Acts 14:8-20 Kenny Nix, Pastor