Astonishing Conversions

Описание: In this evening lesson from Acts of the Apostles 16, we follow Paul and Silas on their second missionary journey—but the true main character of the chapter is God.

When doors close, when plans change, when prison chains tighten—God is still at work.

In this chapter we see:

The Spirit redirecting Paul away from Asia and into Macedonia

The Macedonian vision: “Come over and help us”

Lydia’s heart opened by the Lord

A slave girl freed from an evil spirit

Paul and Silas beaten and thrown into prison

Midnight prayers and hymns in the darkest cell

The Philippian jailer asking, “What must I do to be saved?”

Through every twist in the story, one truth stands out:
God is sovereign, and faithfulness is our response.

Paul and Silas didn’t merely preach the gospel—they lived in step with it.
They remained faithful when:
✔ Plans were blocked
✔ Opportunities looked different than expected
✔ Suffering followed obedience
✔ Hope seemed lost

Instead of despair, they prayed.
Instead of bitterness, they sang.
Instead of escaping, they saved a jailer’s life.

This lesson reminds us that the gospel is not just helpful information—it is life-changing power. It opens hearts. It brings joy in suffering. It gives hope in the darkest places. And it saves.

If you’ve ever felt like doors are closing in your life…
If you’re unsure of direction…
If you’re walking through a “midnight prison” season…

Acts 16 reminds us: God is still at work.

📖 Key Texts: Acts 16, Philippians 4:4, James 1:2, Hebrews 12:2

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