Leviticus 10-12; Acts 16
Scripture: But about midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns of praise to God, and the prisoners were listening to them; (Acts 16:25 )
Observation: I have commented on this verse, and others similar to it, many times in the past, noting what great witnesses Paul and the others always were to those around them, even in prison. I've made comments such as " you never know who might be listening and watching" or "Paul never missed an opportunity to witness". That is not what God showed me this morning. Paul and Silas were talking to God, praising Him for their imprisonment, spending precious time with Him away from the noise of the world. God was in that cell with them. God was their focus, not the prisoners who might be listening.
Application: There is a difference between being a follower of Jesus and simply acting like one. Our focus should be on Him, praying and praising, not on our actions. Our actions will always (eventually) reflect how much intimate time we have spent with our Heavenly Father. That is what others will see.
Prayer: Father, You created us to glorify You in every circumstance of our lives. Today I will seek you with all my heart and soul, praising You continually for Who You are.
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