I Am Clear of my Responsibility

 Leviticus 15-17; Acts 18 

“But when the Jews opposed Paul and became abusive, he shook out his clothes in protest and said to them, ‘Your blood be on your own heads! I am clear of my responsibility. From now on I will go to the Gentiles.’”

Acts 18:6

Paul was clear about his responsibility to first communicate the Gospel to the Jews before turning to the Gentiles. In each community, he ministered first in the synagogue, building on the foundation of the law and the prophets. Paul understood God’s word to Ezekiel, that the watchman is accountable for the blood of those he is sent to if he fails to blow the trumpet and warn them (Ezekiel 33:6). However, if he blows the trumpet and the listeners do not take warning and respond, the watchman is released from his responsibility.

Are we clear in understanding who we are responsible to share the Gospel with?

Our family, neighbors, and those we work with must know the Gospel. If they are unclear about the Gospel, we might be unclear about our assignments.

“Lord Jesus, I pray for boldness to share the Gospel and for a burden for those around me to both pray for their salvation and share as you open doors, for your glory.”