Speak Boldly

Meanwhile a Jew named Apollos, a native of Alexandria, came to Ephesus. He was a learned man, with a thorough knowledge of the Scriptures. He had been instructed in the way of the Lord, and he spoke with great fervor and taught about Jesus accurately, though he knew only the baptism of John. He began to speak boldly in the synagogue. When Priscilla and Aquila heard him, they invited him to their home and explained to him the way of God more adequately.

When Apollos wanted to go to Achaia, the brothers and sisters encouraged him and wrote to the disciples there to welcome him. When he arrived, he was a great help to those who by grace had believed. For he vigorously refuted his Jewish opponents in public debate, proving from the Scriptures that Jesus was the Messiah.

Acts 18:24-28

It is important to be able to speak boldly about Jesus Christ, as Messiah, but equally important is to speak accurately.

Apollos needed to be corrected. He spoke of the baptism of John, but he spoke only of the baptism of repentance from sin.

Jesus is the Son of God. It is he who saves us, not John the Baptist. That belief is what gives us our daily empowerment.

Apollos humbly accepted the instruction of Priscilla and Aquila. As a result, he was able to continue his ministry, but with newfound understanding.

The place of humility is the place of power.

Our Daily Bread – October 24, 2012