Acts 9:23 After many days had gone by, there was a conspiracy among the Jews to kill him…
The Jews are conspiring to murder Saul because of his devotion to the Way. Now, where have we heard that before? Was the irony of this situation lost on Saul? And now that I think about it, why did the Jews want to kill him?
Acts 9:24a …but Saul learned of their plan.
Was it because of his devotion to the Way? Was it because he killed so many followers of the Way and now he’s preaching to them? Was it because they just didn’t like him on principle because of his former ways, regardless of his current beliefs?
Acts 9:24b …Day and night they kept close watch on the city gates in order to kill him.
Precious Savior, Thank You for the curiosity that Your word inspires. Help me to seek You, to see You, always. Help me to trust where You lead me. Amen.
Acts 9:25 But his followers took him by night and lowered him in a basket through an opening in the wall.
Have a blessed day.