Acts 19 :40." As it is, we are in danger of being charged with rioting because of what happened today. In that case we would not be able to account for this commotion, since there is no reason for it.”
Paul and his companions have angered the Ephesians. Their testimony about Jesus has posed a threat to their goddess. If Jesus is all they say, then Ephesus's temple is not so important as previously thought. The people go nuts with their local pride, chanting for hours and holding the followers prisoner. The voice of reason finally prevails, and everyone goes home. Paul and his friends move on.
This spoke to me about recent events in Morgantown. Students have been expelled, charges are being filled, and for what? Like the Ephesians, the students jumped on the bandwagon of regional pride and acted irresponsibly. I am sure many in the crowd, just like many of the Ephesians, didn't even know why they were rioting. A sense of belonging trumped common sense. And I think the lesson is that we are all subject to such delusions. Stay in touch with your God, because He can see the truth you are blinded to in the heat of the moment.
Prayer: Lord, forgive Your people for their lack of clarity. Be with me and guide me when the desire for Earthly pleasures overcomes Your plan for my life. Let me see Your will even as my emotions would lead me away from it. Help me to represent You in all that I do.
Amen
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