In Acts 17:24-34 we get to hear a sermon that Paul preached to philosophers in Athens. He presented to them biblical truths about God, humans, Jesus, and our response. The game-changing declaration that got Paul laughed off stage was the resurrection of Jesus. The news about the resurrection left others curious enough to want to hear more, some of whom ended up believing the gospel message. That gospel is the same today, as relevant to us as it was to those philosophers, and life-changing good news to any who will believe it.
Daniel’s three friends preferred to die rather than renounce their faith, knowing that God would be with them no matter what.
God fulfills his plan against human opposition and even through human suffering.
New life in Christ includes submission to governmental authorities, love for the other, and putting on Christ for all to see him.
