I have read and listened to the story of Paul and Silas in the prison so much that it wearied me at some point whenever someone mentioned that scripture as the anchor scripture for their sermon because all I focused on was “the prayed and sang” (smiles) . During my quiet time this morning, I encountered this scripture again and here are the things I learnt:
1. You have authority over everything {including demons} in Jesus’ name and we are to exercise That Authority when need be.
This went on day after day until Paul got so exasperated that he turned and said to the demon within her, “I command you in the name of Jesus Christ to come out of her.” And instantly it left her. Acts 16:18 (NLT)
2. You will endure trials and tribulations for the sake of Christ ( it’s not optional)
A mob quickly formed against Paul and Silas, and the city officials ordered them stripped and beaten with wooden rods. They were severely beaten, and then they were thrown into prison. The jailer was ordered to make sure they didn’t escape.’’ Acts 16:22-23 (NLT)
3. You must Commune with God {in prayer and praise}at all times regardless of the circumstance and that is your surest bet out of every bad situation
Around midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening. Suddenly, there was a massive earthquake, and the prison was shaken to its foundations. All the doors immediately flew open, and the chains of every prisoner fell off! Acts 16:25-26 (NLT)
4. Every miracle is an opportunity to preach Christ to the lost
The jailer woke up to see the prison doors wide open. He assumed the prisoners had escaped, so he drew his sword to kill himself. But Paul shouted to him, “Stop! Don’t kill yourself! We are all here!” .....he asked “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?” Acts 16:27-30 (NLT)
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