Read Acts 18:24-28
Most of us admire people who can articulate their beliefs and persuade others with their rhetoric. Some call it “the gift of the gab” or “having a way with words”. Others call it “eloquence”.
Apollos had that gift. We are told that he was “an eloquent man and mighty in
the scriptures” (v 24). But although he taught accurately about Christ, he preached only of the baptism of John which was a baptism of repentance from sin (vs 25; vs 19:4).
Apollos knew about Jesus’ teaching but may not have known about His death and resurrection and that the Spirit had now come (Acts 2). His teaching was incomplete because he didn’t know about being filled with the Spirit fro daily empowerment.
So Priscilla and Aquila, a wife and husband who were friends of Paul, invited Apollos into their home to correct his teaching. Although he was highly educated and knew the Scriptues well, apollos humbly accepted their instructions. As a result, Apollos was able to continue his ministry, but with newfound understanding.
Psalm 25:9 reminds us that God “guides the humble in what is right and teaches them His way”. If we have a spirit of humility, we can be taught by God and be used to touch the lives of others.
Prayer:
Write down your prayer points in the space provided. Use today’s reading to help you get ideas.
Adoration:
Confession:
Thanks:
Supplication:
¥ Pray that God would confirm the gospel tomorrow with signs, wonders, miracles and spiritual gifts as it is preached. See Hebrews 2:3-4
¥ Pray that each believer in your congregation would be willing and ready to listen and obey the Spirit as He leads and guides through the Word.
My Additional Prayer Points.
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