Day 9: Acts 16:11-40 - Fracas in Philippi

What a story! God saves Lydia and her household, and a new church is formed in Philippi. Then comes the major drama…

What injustices do you see in the story?

How could Paul and Silas possibly be praying and singing in verse 25?

How does the jailor respond to the events that follow? Are there particular things that stand out to you?

Paul’s suffering and his vindication by God (through the earthquake) lead to the salvation of the jailer and his whole family. How does this remind you of Jesus’ suffering?

At the end of the story Paul and Silas are set free, yet Paul refuses to go unless he is escorted out and the magistrates acknowledge the criminal injustice they have performed. This isn’t Paul being vindictive. This is probably Paul clearing his name and demonstrating his innocence for the sake of the new church in Philippi.

1. Thank God for one thing from the passage.

2. Ask God for help with one thing you've challenged by from your reading and reflection today.

3. Pray for J & R