Almost Persuaded

<p>Introduction:</p><p>How sad it is when sharing the Gospel that some people reject it outright. My encounter with a motorcycle gang in Thirsk. Drawing board with the story: Almost persuaded</p><p>Read Text</p><p>Explore text</p><p>Response from Festus</p><p>Paul asserting the reality of the resurrection of Jesus as being sane and credible</p><p>Basing this on the law and prophets and addressing Agrippa as to his decision.  It is a clear conundrum: </p><ol><li>If he says no, then he denies his own people and his culture</li><li>If he says yes, then why does he not accept Jesus as the Messiah?</li><li>His response is sarcastic by avoiding the issue</li></ol><p>Paul asserts his primary function in life to lead people to Christ.</p><ol><li>Does not respond to sarcasm, but takes a very serious view of the consequences</li><li>Does demonstrate his innocence of charges success</li><li>Does not get released, future is determined</li></ol><p>Similarly to JESUS HE IS DECLARED INNOCENT 3 times but is still in custody</p><p>Application</p><p>            Where are you standing in response to Jesus? Are you almost persuaded?</p><p>            If you believe? Have you confessed and repented?</p><p>            Are you bringing forth deeds consistent with that repentance?</p><p>            </p>