Paul and the Spirit Acts 16

Paul was directed not to go to certain towns by the spirit. He was directed towards Macedonia. There were several significant events that happened in Macedonia that wouldn't have happened if Paul hadn't listened. Paul was also blesses during this mission to have comfort, and to not be afraid.

I think a way I could have the spirit direct my missionary work is by sharing with more of the people I care about. It's hard to share with friends sometimes because of possible judgement. The gospel is so great, though, that it should overpower personal desire and selfishness. I could use a little less fear when faced with missionary opportunities.

Paul was always willing to make moments into teaching moments and bring the gospel to people.
I can learn to be less prideful and to accept whatever the Lord asks of me.
A true conversion is in the heart, not just on the outside.
We need to truly ask, apply, and understand in order to be converted.
I can overcome fear and pride, and share the gospel with those around me with joy!

New Testament 2 Week 1 (Acts 10)

• When Peter clearly understood the meaning of the vision, what did he declare?

He saw a vision of unclean animals. God wanted him to kill and eat, and he didn't want to because they were unclean. God said He had made them clean and if God did so, then it was fine to eat. Peter later found that the centurion (who would have been deemed "unclean") was one of God's children and so was clean, and could receive the message.

• What does it mean that God is “no respecter of persons”?

If we as people come unto Christ and obey the commandments and prophets, then we are all accepted into the kingdom. No matter who we are. God doesn't play favorites, and we all have an equal chance to get into the Celestial Kingdom.

• How did the Holy Ghost assist the Jewish Saints in understanding that the blessings of the gospel were to be available to all people at that time?

The gift of the Holy Ghost was given to all, the Jews and the Gentiles, and they all understood that God loves all of us individually, not only the Jews.