"The next day,...he [the commander] released him [Paul] from his bonds, and commanded the chief priests and all the council to appear, and brought Paul down and set him before them. Then Paul, looking earnestly at the council, said, 'Men and brethren, I have lived in all good conscience before God until this day.' "
Acts 22:30-23:1
Paul declared at the outset that he was accountable to God more than the council. Who do I live for? Who do I answer to? Certainly I have an obligation to obey those who rule over me in both the spiritual and civic arenas. God's Word declares that the believer should "obey those who rule over you and be submissive" (Hebrews 13:17). But when push comes to shove, my primary goal should be to live with a clear conscience first before God – the eternal judge and King.
Today's Thought: The Christian should first live with a clear conscience before God.
Have a "clear conscience" day. Love you.
Acts 22:30-23:1
Paul declared at the outset that he was accountable to God more than the council. Who do I live for? Who do I answer to? Certainly I have an obligation to obey those who rule over me in both the spiritual and civic arenas. God's Word declares that the believer should "obey those who rule over you and be submissive" (Hebrews 13:17). But when push comes to shove, my primary goal should be to live with a clear conscience first before God – the eternal judge and King.
Today's Thought: The Christian should first live with a clear conscience before God.
Have a "clear conscience" day. Love you.
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