Don’t

We are currently following Paul’s second missionary journey. There is a link in the “sites” section that will allow you to interactively track his journey.


Acts 18
5 And after Silas and Timothy came down from Macedonia, Paul spent all his time preaching the word. He testified to the Jews that Jesus was the Messiah. 6 But when they opposed and insulted him, Paul shook the dust from his clothes and said, “Your blood is upon your own heads - I am innocent. From now on I will go preach to the Gentiles.” 7 Then he left and went to the home of Titius Justus, a Gentile who worshiped God and lived next door to the synagogue. 8 Crispus, the leader of the synagogue, and everyone in his household believed in the Lord. Many others in Corinth also heard Paul, became believers, and were baptized. 9 One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision and told him, “Don’t be afraid! Speak out! Don’t be silent! 10 For I am with you, and no one will attack and harm you, for many people in this city belong to me.” 11 So Paul stayed there for the next year and a half, teaching the word of God.


Don’t. Unfortunately, many people feel like a relationship with God is filled with and focused on the contraction “don’t”. Don’t do this. Don’t say that. Don’t go there. Don’t have fun. They think God wants to contract their lifestyle ... literally and figuratively. Through Jesus, I believe God redefined the concept of “don’t” (and more importantly, our understanding of Himself). Don’t you know that I love you (check out John 3:16)? Don’t you know that I would give anything to be a part of your life (check out John 3:16)? Don’t you know that I want more for you (check out John 3:16)? Now, in this part of the story, God is adding another layer ... Don’t give up. I don’t know about you; but I am beginning to like that word. Don’t you want to share that with someone?