The Trip to Rome

Scripture:

Acts 25-28

Synopsis:

Here, at the conclusion of the book of Acts, we see Paul facing trial for preaching the gospel. Paul faced A LOT of persecution but two things kept him going. First, he was focused on his mission. Secondly was the intervention of the Holy Spirit. God miraculously changed the course of events several times (see 27:33-34, 44; 28:1-10). Despite all the detours, in the end Paul accomplished exactly what God wanted him to accomplish.

Spark:

As far is it depends on us, how can we accomplish what God wants for us? The E100 challenge literature says:

1. Have a Purpose in Life
   • God had a purpose for Paul (Acts 9:15)
   • You can trust that God has a purpose for your life, too
2. Have a Focus in Life
   • Don’t let anything distract you from your purpose        
     • not opposition (26:20, 28-29)
     • not what others think of you (26:24-25)
3. Have a Power in Life!
   • Trust the power of God to help you (27:33-34, 44; 28:1-10)

Once you find your God-given purpose in life, don’t let anything deter you from pursuing it.