DECEMBER 21, Acts 19:11-20

After completing the 2nd missionary journey, Paul returned to Antioch. Not long after that, he began the 3rd trip.

In Ephesus, Paul was reputed for his healing power but some people thought that this could be imitated. The 7 sons of the chief priest tried to cast out a demon in Jesus’ name but instead were overcome by it. Paul’s power was real because it came from God and that moved the magicians of Ephesus to burn their magic books and follow Christ.

Magic is only man’s doing. Not only is God’s power greater than magic, God’s Word is greater than magic too! What is your view of God’s Word? Do you believe it is from God? Of course! Some prophecies in the Bible have already been fulfilled. For example, the messianic prophecies regarding the First Coming of Christ have already been fulfilled. Future prophecies such as Christ’s Second Coming certainly come to past.

God’s Word is powerful indeed! But more than giving accurate prophecies, God’s Word can change lives. Is your life changed by the power of God’s Word?

Thought: Is your life changed by the power of God?

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You that the Bible is true and powerful. As I study and obey it each day, my life will be transformed. I will be more Christ-like. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.