Serving the LORD with all humility of mind, and with many tears, and temptations, which befell me by the lying in wait of the Jews:
I served God with a humble heart, through plenty of tears and all the trials that came my way, even when people were plotting against me.
Real service to God isn't glamorous, it's humble, sometimes messy, and definitely not easy.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Acts, Paul is delivering a farewell speech to the elders of the Ephesian church while stopped in Miletus during his third missionary journey to Jerusalem. He reflects on his time in Ephesus, where he faced intense opposition from Jewish leaders who plotted against him, including personal trials that involved tears and temptations. This context highlights Paul's dedication amid the broader early Christian movement, which often encountered resistance in the Roman Empire's diverse cultural landscape.
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