Encouraged Along the Way
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Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | May 24 2026 | Acts 28:15
KEY VERSE: “When Paul saw them, he thanked God and took courage.” (Acts 28:15, NKJV)
MESSAGE:
The road of faith is not always easy, and sometimes God strengthens us through the people He brings into our lives at the right time. This gracious truth is beautifully seen in Paul’s journey toward Rome.
As Paul drew closer to Rome, the believers there heard that he was coming and travelled out to meet him at Appii Forum and Three Inns. Their willingness to come such a distance showed love, unity, and spiritual solidarity. When Paul saw them, he thanked God and took courage. The presence of fellow believers strengthened him for the next stage of his journey.
In our passage today, we see the human side of faithful service. Paul was a seasoned apostle who had endured storms, imprisonment, persecution, and hardship. God refreshed him through the presence of other believers. Their arrival became a gift of encouragement along the way.
God often sends people into our lives at the right moment to strengthen our hearts and renew our courage. A visit, a message, a prayer, or a faithful presence can carry deep spiritual weight.
Likewise, we are called to become sources of encouragement to others. Someone around you may need your presence, your words, your prayer, or your support today. The encouragement you offer may be the very thing that helps someone take their next faithful step.
FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE:
Receive encouragement with gratitude when God sends it. Also, choose to encourage someone today. Show up, speak with care, pray sincerely, and help someone find courage for the next step.
PRAYER:
Lord, thank You for the people You send to strengthen me along the way. Also, make me a source of encouragement to others. Help me to notice those who need support and respond with love, prayer, and care. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING.
SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!!
The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING
DAILY word study: COURAGE The Greek word for “courage” is tharsos. It means “confidence,” “boldness,” or “inner courage.”
In Acts 28:15, Paul “took courage” after seeing the brethren. The phrase shows that courage was received in that moment. God used the visible presence of fellow believers to renew Paul’s inner strength as he moved closer to Rome.
The word reminds us that courage is not only found in private resolve. It can also come through fellowship, presence, prayer, and the support of God’s people.
Reflect on this:
Be grateful for the people He sends along the way. Also, become someone through whom another person can receive courage today.
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