ON TRIAL

Today's reading: Acts 25-26

"Now I am on trial because I am looking forward to the fulfillment of God's promise made to our ancestors." Acts 26:6 NLT

Paul stood before King Agrippa because of his faith in Jesus.

On trial for his beliefs in regards to Jesus's virgin birth, sinless life, unworthy death, powerful resurrection and life with God.

Paul was believing the Messiah, the very one predicted, hoped for and anticipated by the Jews for hundreds of years, had come and had done what He had promised to do.

Believing to the point of the trial this very portion of Scripture is referring to.

Facing possible death for treason against the king.

Looking at the probability of life in prison.

Possibly facing torture, beheading, being thrown in with the lions or beatings.

He believed that sincerely in Jesus. What He did. Who He was. What He would continue to do. The promises He made. 

Do you believe to that extent? Would your depth of faith ever convict you?