This chapter illustrates the persecution Christians have and will face for boldly proclaiming the good news of Jesus Christ. The Apostles and we today shouldn’t be surprised by this, Jesus himself suffered persecution in the most severe way, and forewarned that whoever shall follow him will also suffer persecution.
Yet, like the Apostles, the Holy Spirit filling us anew provides us with a boldness and confidence to continue proclaiming this good news regardless of the persecution we face. The outpouring of the Spirit reminds us that our only mandate is to bring God glory and be a herald for him. It also helps strengthen us to continue forward in spite of this inevitable persecution.
There is great encouragement in this chapter for us to continue as we see the Kingdom of God will continue advancing. Our bold and confident proclamations will not be in vain as God continues to use his servants to build his Church!
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