Paul faced accusations again

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00:00In Acts 19 verse 21 for 0, Paul faced accusations again, this time from Demetrius, a businessman

00:06in the silver industry, who felt his trade threatened by Paul's teachings.

00:09The message Paul spread was seen as a danger to the profitable trade linked to the temple

00:13of Artemis and Ephesus.

00:15The center of her worship, the people of Ephesus viewed Artemis as their protector.

00:19When her status was perceived as at risk, her worshippers feared disaster.

00:23Demetrius exploited this fear to incite the crowd against Paul.

00:27The disturbance peaked when the crowd gathered at the city's theater.

00:30Alexander was pushed forward by the Jews to address the crowd, possibly to clarify that

00:34Paul and his followers were under Roman protection.

00:37However, chaos continued for hours.

00:39Eventually, a city official arrived to calm the crowd, assuring them that Paul had done

00:43nothing unlawful.

00:45Consequently, Paul was released from the charges of blasphemy.

00:48Through this event, Luke emphasizes the growing recognition of Paul's teachings.

00:52When Christians positively impact society through the gospel and flicks with business

00:56or political interests, may arise.

00:59Yet, as Luke illustrates, Paul and his followers were not rebels, and Jesus protects those

01:03who spread his message today.

01:05Can Christians continue to share the gospel while positively contributing to society?

01:09Jesus always loves you and is with you.

01:11Amen?