“Do not be afraid; keep on speaking, do not be silent.10For I am with you, and no one is going to attack and harm you, because I have many people in this city.”

There is danger not only that our trade will lose its good name, but also that the temple of the great goddess Artemis will be discredited; and the goddess herself, who is worshiped throughout the province of Asia and the world, will be robbed of her divine majesty.”

The assembly was in confusion: Some were shouting one thing, some another. Most of the people did not even know why they were there. 

Lord God my Father,

Give me confidence that can not be shaken and words that make a difference. Protect me as I do your work and allow your grace to be in my words. Keep me from false idols but keep me in your Peace, keep confusion at bay and truth on my lips.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen