CALLED NAMES BY PHILOSOPHERS

Ministering vessels of the Holy Spirit, proclaiming the Gospel of Salvation, are often seen by those who carnally explore fundamental questions about human existence, emotions and values, as babblers. Many among those ignorant of the things of the Spirit consider Believers fulfilling the Great Commission to be scavengers of knowledge and ideas, speaking without understanding of themselves, to practice a boring religiousity.
However, the understanding of most philosophers is factual, which remains far from Divine Truth, making most of them conclude that there is no God nor existence of spiritual things, which is foolishness to Him (Ps. 14:1, 1 Cor. 1:20 & 2:14).

PRAYER: In Jesus' Name, thank You, LORD, Abba Father, and Comforter of my soul, for being with me through life's adventures, as I continuously spread the Gospel to all. Blessed be Your Holy Name; please let hearts be open to receive Your Word as I proclaim Christ, so those who think that I'm babbling, might acknowledge the Truth and gain the courage to change their minds and accept all you've done,
Amen.

From Acts 17:18

REASONED WITH THE JEWS AND GENTILES

Using respectful dialogue, Scriptures, and common-ground reasoning to spread the Good News of Salvation, is necessary when preaching to unbelievers and men of other faiths about Christ (Acts 17:2-3 & 18:4). Such approaches make unbelievers curious, leading to further discussion on the only Way to the Father of all creation.
Moreover, the message of Christ's birth, life, death, burial, and resurrection, is strange to those who are ignorant of the Truth; yet, the humble approach of any Minister can transform the mindset of many lost in deception, for God's glory (Eph. 4:22-24).

PRAYER: Dear Lord Jesus Christ, the Messiah and Savior of my soul, thank You for giving me the Wisdom and Grace to reason with the Faithful and unbelievers, concerning Your Word. Please continue to lead me in the Spirit so I may always minister according to Your Divine will,
Amen.

From Acts 17:17

SPIRIT PROVOKED, SIGHTING IDOLATROUS PRACTICES

Faithful Ministers usually experience deep, righteous indignation and distress in their spirits, rather than mere human hatred, when seeing the worship of created things instead of the Creator (Is. 2:8, 2 Pet. 2:8). Behind idolatrous practices are various demonic influences, which defile a man and provoke the Holy Spirit, making His vessels express righteous anger towards such abominable acts (Hos. 4:12, 1 Cor. 10:20).
Furthermore, righteous anger is Divine, for it's the revelation of God's wrath and jealousy against the influence of the kingdom of darkness on His Creation, through His anointed, called to fulfill the Great Commission and subdue the efforts of the wicked on Earth (Ps. 7:11, Jud. 6:25-27).

PRAYER: In Jesus' Name, thank You, LORD, Heavenly Father, and Creator of all living in Heaven and on Earth, for separating me from every form of idol worship and evil practice. Blessed be Your Holy Name; please help me to always work according to Your will whenever my spirit becomes provoked at the sight of an idolatrous practice,
Amen.

From Acts 17:16

STIRRED UP THE CROWDS

Most religious leaders who are against the Good News of Salvation, seize opportunities to incite public anger towards the Faithful who are fulfilling the Great Commission (Mark 15:10-11, Acts 14:2). This action comes through jealousy of those who do what God commands and the desire to instead protect established religious traditions which are against the growth of the Church (Acts 6:12 & 21:27).
However even, "devoted women of prominence and leading men," could be deceitfully incited to achieve the evil motives of the kingdom of darkness (Acts 13:50). So, stand staying watchful, praying always, and you will remain protected as the chosen - favored in the sight of God!

PRAYER: In Lord Jesus' Name, thank You, Heavenly Father, the Protector of the Righteous and Redeemer of the Faithful, for I am safe in Your loving arms. Please continue to lead me in the Spirit as I endeavor to spread the Good News of Salvation, so I may never fall into the snare of the wicked, but know when to remain and where I'm sent, as the Redeemed of the LORD,
Amen.

From Acts 17:13-14

SEARCH THE SCRIPTURES DAILY

A consistent, diligent examination of the Bible to understand the Truth, strengthens one's faith and evaluates one's knowledge of YHWH (Is. 43:16). This practice is rooted in receiving God's Word with readiness and open-mindedness, leading to more testimonies and closer adherence to the will of the Father (John 5:39).
Moreover, only the fair-minded people receive the Gospel and search the scriptures; not only to satisfy curiosity, but for them to live right with the LORD and stay deserving of their eternal inheritance in Christ.

PRAYER: Dear LORD, Omniscient and Awesome God, thank You for the knowledge of Your Word, which redeems my soul and daily cleanses my heart to stay deserving of Your Love and presence in my life. Please keep me growing in the Spirit as I continuously meditate on and live by Your Word, for my good and Your glory; in Jesus' Name,
Amen.

From Acts 17:11-12

THOSE UNPERSUADED BECOME ENVIOUS

Preaching the Good News of Salvation divinely transforms the mindsets of all who receive it wholeheartedly, making the ones still unpersuaded, who are passively unconvinced but actively disobedient in unbelief, remain envious towards all who embrace the Truth in Christ Jesus. They become restless, seeking means and people like them with destructive emotions, only to oppose God's work and oppress His people coming together (Acts 13:45).
Therefore, as Ministers fulfilling the Great Commission, we should stay watchful and prayerful so we may remain strengthened as Overcomers in Christ Jesus, triumphing over every snare of the wicked (Luke 21:36).

PRAYER: In Jesus' Name, thank You, Heavenly Father, for the revelation of Your Word which transforms my life for the better and brings me closer to Your presence. Blessed be Your Holy Name; please, keep me protected from those envious of my faith and dedication towards Your glorious work, so I may continue to reach out to more souls and bring them, repenting from wrong attitudes and actions, to be saved as they receive Your Word by faith,
Amen.

From Acts 17:5-7

MINISTERS PREACH THE MESSIAH

The core message of Christian Ministers is the declaration that Yeshua is the Messiah, who was born, crucified, and resurrected for the Salvation of all who believe and receive Him, wholeheartedly (John 3:16, Acts 5:42). The life, birth, death, and resurrection of this man alone fulfills the Old Covenant, Prophecies and Psalms which were written about Yeshua HaMashiach, establishing the New Covenant which we Sons and Daughters of the Most High, born of the Spirit in Him, as the Bride of Christ, firstborn of God, now live by (Is. 53, Micah 5:2, Luke 24:44-45, Ps. 89:27).
Furthermore, true Ministers preach Christ and not themselves, glorifying the Father in the Son of God, through Faithful service and acts of Love, reasoning and explanations, which transform lives and bring many to YHWH as they faithfully receive His Redeeming Word (2 Cor. 4:5, 1 Tim. 4:6, 1 Pet. 4:11).

PRAYER: Thank You, Lord Yeshua, the Christ & the one Who Saves my soul, for making me a ministering vessel ordained to preach of You as the Redeemer of all. Please keep me strengthened to reach out to more souls lacking the True knowledge of Your Saving Grace, so they may hear, receive Your Word, and be persuaded to join me all the way to Your Kingdom,
Amen.

From Acts 17:2-4