Felix was Afraid

Numbers 1-2; Acts 24 

“Several days later Felix came with his wife Drusilla, who was Jewish. He sent for Paul and listened to him as he spoke about faith in Christ Jesus. As Paul discoursed on righteousness, self-control, and the judgment to come, Felix was afraid and said, ‘That’s enough for now! You may leave. When I find it convenient I will send for you.’”

Acts 24:24, 25

Paul’s life and beliefs were on trial in Caesarea; yet he did not avoid the convicting aspects of the gospel. Paul was not focused on defending himself; but rather, on representing Jesus Christ as his ambassador. After he heard Paul share the gospel, Felix became afraid because he came under the conviction of the Holy Spirit. Without this conviction and fear of the Lord, there is no repentance. Without repentance, there is no salvation. A gospel of faith in Christ and his gift of righteousness, without preaching repentance, self-control, and clarity on eternal judgment is incomplete. Without the complete picture lives are remodeled, not transformed.

Are we sharing and living this full gospel?

“Lord Jesus, I pray your full gospel will be authentically shared through my life and your church, for your glory.”