God's People in the City - You are God's Representative Where You Are
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Rev. Enoch Thompson | October 26 2025 | Acts 18:9-11
KEY VERSE: “One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: 'Do not be afraid; keep on speaking, do not be silent. For I am with you, and no one is going to attack and harm you, because I have many people in this city.’“ (Acts 18:9-10, NIV)
MESSAGE:
One key reason the Lord encouraged Paul to remain in Corinth and keep preaching without fear was this assurance: “I have many people in this city.” Those few words carried strength, direction, and comfort. Who were these people? They weren’t all prominent or powerful. Some were ordinary citizens, while others had influence that could help Paul face the challenges ahead.
Some were likely generous supporters who could provide for the ministry. Others were prayer partners, companions, and encouragers who would stand with Paul and strengthen him in faith.
“God’s people in the city” refers to all true believers whose presence and witness bring light to dark places. They are the salt of the earth, preserving what is good and pointing others to Christ. God counted on His people in Corinth, and He still counts on His people today — in every city, school, office, and home. That includes you.
FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE:
Are you God’s person in your school, workplace, neighbourhood, or church? Are you standing as a light in the darkness? Are you available for God’s purposes where He has placed you? Wake up to your calling. God is counting on you.
PRAYER:
Dear God, Almighty as You are, You choose to work through Your holy people in the world. Help me to stand up and be counted among Your “people in the city.” May Your Church be a true community of light and truth in every place. For Your dear Name’s sake, Amen.
THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING.
SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!!
The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING
DAILY word study: CITY Today’s word is “city.” In Greek, it is “polis,” meaning a place of dwelling, community, or collective life. In Scripture, “city” often symbolises more than physical structures; it represents people united by shared life, culture, and destiny.
When God told Paul, “I have many people in this city,” He was reminding him that divine purpose and presence extend even into spaces that seem resistant to faith. God plants His people in every city to serve as a light, a witness, and a hope to those around them.
Reflect on this:
Wherever you live, work, or serve, remember — God has placed you there for a reason. Your city, community, or neighbourhood can become a space of divine influence through your faithfulness.
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