Devotion:
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Read Acts 17:16-23.
Paul and Silas had been traveling around the Mediterranean coastal cities proclaiming the Gospel. Many people had heard the good news and were converted to Christ. This angered the religious authorities, so Paul and Silas didn’t rest. They kept moving. At one point they separated and Paul was taken to Athens where he continued to preach about Christ to anyone who would listen. His testimony caught the attention of philosophers and intellectuals in the community who asked him to explain himself. As he did so, Paul praised their religious fervor around the idols that they had created. He called their attention to an altar with no statue, only an inscription “to an unknown god.” Paul declared this “unknown god” was indeed the God of all creation, the true Lord of heaven and earth. His passionate testimony convinced many of the truth of his belief.
Even today, we are surrounded by altars to idols that seek to divert our attention and devotion away from the one true God, “creator of heaven and earth.” Our challenge is to focus on Jesus, seek to draw closer to Him, and then live our lives as a testimony to Christ’s work in us.
Personal Worship Option:
Gracious and loving God, help us to live our lives as a testimony of your love and concern for us. May all that we do be a reflection of your love and your desire for all to come to know you through Christ. Amen.
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