"Therefore he reasoned in the synagogue with the Jews and with the Gentile worshipers, and in the marketplace with those who happened to be there."
Acts 17:17
Paul proclaimed the Gospel in the synagogues and churches, but also in the marketplace. The pagan culture of modern America wants to deny Christians a voice in the marketplace. The secularists don't mind us staying in the four walls of the church, but would like to eliminate our message on the street. A pastor in Hemet, California, was recently jailed for reading the Bible aloud in a public place. I'm not sure of the effectiveness of street ministry, but it is a sad day for America and for liberty when it is not allowed. Our freedom of speech has been so eroded that it is in danger of disappearing. It takes courage to stand against the culture and speak of Jesus wherever we are.
Today's Thought: God calls us to spread the Gospel in the marketplace as well as the church.
Have a witnessing day. Love you.
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