Acts 14
(v.3) The unbelieving Jews were jealous that God was blessing the Gentiles. This is natural and understandable in a way, for up until now, God was only blessing and watching out for them. This is what caused them to let their pride get in the way of God's Word. If they didn't have hard hearts towards God blessing the Gentiles, then they may have come to see God's love and believe themselves.
(v.9) Like Jesus did, Paul healed someone who had faith in Jesus. They were rewarded for their faith, just like we will be!
(v.19) They left Paul for dead, and many scholars believe that Paul was given a glimpse of heaven that is cited in 2 Cor 12:2-4
(v.22) There is a price on earth for following God, but the reward far outweighs any tribulation we endure here on earth. That is a promise from God!
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