What does it mean to say yes to God's call, and how should Christians understand Paul's Jewish vow in Acts 21? In Lesson 136, Alan Smith connects these questions through a study of Scripture, ministry, and the church's role in recognizing a believer's calling.
The message opens with the idea that the Christian life involves one yes after another. Alan encourages believers to respond in faith and obedience, even when the path ahead isn't fully clear. He also explains how the church can affirm a person's ministry and help believers serve together through fellowship.
Then the study turns to John Wycliffe, remembered as the "Morning Star of the Reformation," and his commitment to making the Bible available in the language of the people. From there, Alan examines Paul's journey to Jerusalem, the warning from Agabus, and the Jewish vow Paul took after meeting with James and the elders.
Why did Paul observe Jewish customs after preaching freedom from the law? This lesson considers the difference between observing a practice and living under its authority, and traces how Paul's understanding developed through his ministry and writings, including Galatians.
Watch for a Scripture-focused look at Acts 21, Paul's Jewish vow, progressive revelation, and the call to say yes to God. As Alan encourages, study the Word and consider how God may be calling you to serve.
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