Acts 26:26. “For the king knoweth of these things, before whom also I speak freely: for I am persuaded that none of these things are hidden from him; for this thing was not done in a corner.”
THE KING KNOWETH. Every thinking person knows there is much they cannot do. We open our eyes and see evidence of God when we look around Of a Power beyond us and limits set, beyond which we cannot go; Whether the universe of stars or things we see when we look down.
We know men can’t make life, though science tries in vain to make it happen. There is a key God holds that is impossible for mortal men to claim. When God draws near in grace, the darkened mind is ‘wakened, And reasonable men admit humankind and God are not the same.
It is possible to know what’s right and still commit to doing wrong. There’s a part of us that never wants to submit to authority. The foolish pride of man convinces himself that he is strong – But those who think that way, the light of truth choose not to see.
To know about the Lord and God’s great redemptive grace, Is possible and still a man or woman be forever lost in hell. A person may in doubt, all the ways of God will trace – With evidence in front of them, perish under Satan’s spell.
A king knew the old, old story – was almost persuaded to believe – But that epitaph remains the only legacy of his reign. Very few really know his deeds – many know he did not receive The Christ of God as his Savior – his soul was lost, life he did not gain.
I fear that many people know the same things as that prideful king. They fear embarrassment or rejection from the fickle crowd. “Almost Persuaded” is a warning Gospel song we sing – Reminding us of the importance of a testimony spoken loud.
“As an intercessor Father God, I come to Thee on behalf of those who have attended these meetings. They seem interested in the messages to the extent they can listen to opinions we give. When it comes to wanting to understand the Gospel for personally, they seem far removed from wanting the grace of God. Have mercy on them, O God and bring conviction of sin, righteousness and judgment upon them by the power of the Spirit of God. I pray in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”