Title: The plots of an evil shepherd.

Text: Acts 19:23-27

This chapter depicts how people often value money and civil identity more than the freedom and salvation found in Christ.

The reason for this usurp was because of Paul’s work in Ephesus which was so effective that people were turning to Jesus in noticeable numbers.

Q: how powerful could this be?

Go to V7 see how Paul was able to preach to them. (The evangelical strategy)

Lesson to Learn.

False prophet are Shepherds of no understanding of the word of truth.

Note:They are now working according to their own beliefs, methods, and pockets.

Reference 1

Isaiah 56:11-12

And the dogs are greedy, they are not satisfied.
And they are shepherds who have no understanding;
They have all turned to their own way,
Each one to his unjust gain, to the last one.

Reference 2

The reason for the plot .

Read acts 19:23-25 and explain

1. Riches

2. Fame

3. Power

1 Timothy 6:9-10

But those who want to get rich fall into temptation and a snare and many foolish and harmful desires which plunge men into ruin and destruction.

Conclusion

This is how all over the world this false prophets fight and spoil the works of God through his faithful servants, in other to have Al the fame and wealth. Are we going to stop and watch?? NO!

READ: 2tim 2:15

Paul was able to win this case against them because he knew the law and has studied, and through the help of the Holy Spirit .

Prayers

1. Powers pulling me out of the light of God, loose your hold in my life.

2. Wherever enemies have ganged up against me, let scatter them by fire.

3. Lord Jesus, give me the grace that comes through faith.

If you are just reading this and desire to give your life to God through christ say this prayers: Dear Lord Jesus, I know I am a sinner. I believe You died for my sins. Right now, I turn from my sins and open the door of my heart and life. I confess You as my personal Lord and Savior. Amen.