“Don’t be afraid! Speak out! Don’t be silent! 10For I am with you, and no one will attack and harm you, for many people in this city belong to me.” 

he proved to be of great benefit to those who, by God’s grace, had believed. 

God gave Paul the power to perform unusual miracles. 12When handkerchiefs or aprons that had merely touched his skin were placed on sick people, they were healed of their diseases, and evil spirits were expelled.

But one time when they tried it, the evil spirit replied, “I know Jesus, and I know Paul, but who are you?” 

Everything was in confusion. In fact, most of them didn’t even know why they were there.

Lord God my Father,

Grow my courage to speak your Truth, direct my words and give me discernment to speak at the rite time. Keep me from engaging in the confusion of today and allow me to represent your strength properly, help me to truly know you.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen