5 Paul replied, “Brothers, I did not realise that he was the high priest; for it is written: ‘Do not speak evil about the ruler of your people.’
My life has been plagued by lukewarm Christianity through the actions of others and of myself. We often find ourselves attending church, reading our bible but not applying it to the way we speak, raise our children etc. The High Priest Ananias is the exact opposite of what God's children or a spiritual leader should be, Ananias violated the law that he was appointed of upkeep. Because of his actions, it was understandable that Paul didn't perceive him at first as a high status in a supposedly God centred group. If our co-workers or even our friends say "Oh, I didn't know you were a Christian" then we have probably failed to represent Christ as we should.
16 But when the son of Paul’s sister heard of this plot, he went into the barracks and told Paul.
It is easy to overlook young people assuming they aren't old or mature enough do be effective for God's kingdom. God can use anyone, a primary schooler could invite their friend to Church and that friend could eventually become a Pastor etc
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