Acts 28:3-6 And when Paul had gathered a bundle of sticks, and laid them on the fire, there came a viper out of the heat, and fastened on his hand.… I. IN WHAT LIGHT IT WAS VIEWED BY THE PEOPLE PRESENT. 1. As a judgment for a heinous crime. 2. As an evidence that he was a god. II. IN WHAT LIGHT IT SHOULD BE VIEWED. It was intended by God as — 1. A means to awaken their attention to the gospel. 2. A standing memorial of His care over His faithful servants.Conclusion: Learn from hence — 1. Justice to man. 2. Confidence in God. (C. Simeon.) Parallel Verses KJV: And when Paul had gathered a bundle of sticks, and laid them on the fire, there came a viper out of the heat, and fastened on his hand. |
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