"Short time or long—I pray to God that not only you but all who are listening to me today may become what I am, except for these chains.”

Acts 26

"Short time or long—I pray to God that not only you but all who are listening to me today may become what I am, except for these chains.”  v29

Paul is under the custody of the Roman government and accused of crimes by many of the Jewish leaders...yet he continues to pray that his jailers and his accusers hear and accept Jesus as their savior.  Nothing should stop our testimony to others...not fear for our own life nor other fears or worries.  I desire to have such courage...

I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13

My Prayer: Lord what a great God You are...You have unlimited strength and power and I have seen and read about Your power personally in my life and in the lives of others.  I know that You have provided this same power to me through the Holy Spirit.  I am not deserving of such power...I sin...daily.  I am impatient, quick to anger, slow to listen, harsh with my thoughts, words, and actions...and I worry...far too much.  Thank You that You love me anyway but please forgive me.  Help me turn from such sin and towards You.  Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, mind, and strength.  Help me love others as You do.  Help me grow in my faith.  Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and everyday.