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Acts 23 | Dr. Wes George

The Sanhedrin stands in conflict about Paul. 1-10

• Paul reflected a sincere attitude. 1
• Paul received a spiteful assault. 2
• Paul responded with a spiteful anger. 3
• Paul repented with a somewhat sincere apology. 4-5
• Paul recognized a strategic opportunity. 6- 10

The Lord stands in comfort beside Paul. 11

• Paul experienced the Lord's presence.
• Paul was encouraged by the Lord's promise.

The Jews stand in conspiracy against Paul. 12-24

• The plot was expressed against Paul by the Jews.
• The plot was exposed by Paul's nephew.
• The plot was eliminated by Paul's removal to Caesarea.

The government stands in confusion about Paul. 25-30

Paul stands confined in a Caesarean prison. 31-35

God's presence is experienced in the darkest nights.

God's providence is expressed in normal circumstances.

God's plan is exalted above the plans of men.