Paul said in his defense, "I have in no way committed an offense against the law of the Jews, or against the temple, or against the emperor." – Acts 25:8
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Dear friends in Christ Jesus, in this Bible passage we come across Paul being falsely accused and held in custody. The Jews want to somehow get rid of Paul just like Jesus. They are trying all the possible by falsely charging against him and by arranging false witnesses against him. Paul is all left alone in his defense. Even though the Jews had many serious charges against Paul they could not prove it. God was defending Paul.
Dear friends, when we stand for God he will stand for us. We will never be left alone. The Holy Spirit helps us to speak what is necessary. Paul is very sincere and faithful in stating his innocence. Paul is a man of good conscience. He can't lie to his conscience. We also see here the courage of Paul facing the tribunal. He very openly tells that he is not even afraid to die. This kind of courage you will get only when you are with God. When we place our trust in God He looks into all our needs.
Just like Paul let us also try to gain confidence in our challenging life situations, especially when we are falsely accused or wronged. Let us also not lose our hope in such situations. Our love towards God helps us to overcome all the fear. Let us have trust and confidence in God that He will be always with me and he will never abandon me.
Reflection on Acts of the Apostles 25: 1-12 by Fr. George Joseph SVD
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