A Gospel that Demands a Response
- Apr 19
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Rev. Charles Oppong-Poku | April 19 2026 | Acts 26:20-23
KEY VERSE: “…that they should repent, turn to God, and do works befitting repentance.” (Acts 26:20, NKJV)
MESSAGE:
Having affirmed his obedience to the heavenly vision, Paul now explains the message he consistently proclaimed. His obedience was expressed through preaching. At the heart of his message was a clear call to repentance, transformation, and faith in Christ. This passage reminds us that the gospel calls for a response and also reveals three lessons.
The Gospel Calls for Repentance and Turning to God: Paul’s message begins with repentance, a change of mind that leads to a change of direction. To turn to God means to leave sin and bring one’s life under His rule. The gospel calls people into true change. True faith begins with a decisive turning away from sin and toward God.
True Repentance Produces Visible Transformation: Paul emphasises that people should “do works befitting repentance.” Genuine repentance becomes evident in how we live. A transformed heart produces transformed behaviour. Saving grace produces a life that reflects God’s character.
Christ Is the Centre and Fulfilment of the Message: Paul anchors everything in Jesus Christ, His suffering, His resurrection, and His proclamation of light to both Jews and Gentiles. The gospel rests on what Jesus Christ has accomplished. He is the fulfilment of God’s promise and the source of salvation for all who believe.
FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE:
Examine your life. Have you truly turned to God, or are you still holding on to old ways? Let the gospel shape the way you live each day. Let your actions reflect genuine repentance and a life centred on Jesus Christ.
PRAYER:
Lord, help me to live a life of true repentance. Transform my heart so that my actions reflect Your work in me. Keep Christ at the centre of my life, and use me to lead others to Him. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING.
SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!!
The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING
DAILY word study: REPENT Metanoeō is the Greek word behind repent in Acts 26:20. It speaks of a change of mind that leads to a changed direction.
Paul’s message called people to repent, turn to God, and live in a way that showed the fruit of that turn. This means repentance is more than sorrow over sin. It is a real response to God that changes the heart, the direction, and the life. When a person truly turns to God, that inward change begins to show in outward ways.
Reflect on this:
Is there any area where God is calling you to turn more fully to Him? Ask the Lord to shape your heart and let repentance bear visible fruit in your life.
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