What if you lived like God was the only one watching? We take that question from a high school football field straight to Lystra, where Paul and Barnabas heal a man, face sudden adoration, and then endure brutal opposition. Through every turn, their reflex is the same: point away from self and toward the living God who made the heavens, sends the rain, and raised Jesus from the dead. We walk through Acts 14 with clear steps. First, Paul sees faith and a miracle follows—not as a display of personal power, but as evidence of Jesus’ power to heal and save. When the crowd tries to crown Paul and Barnabas as Zeus and Hermes, the apostles tear their garments and redirect worship to the Creator. We unpack how common grace—rain, seasons, food, gladness—serves as God’s everyday witness to every culture, a bridge for honest conversations about truth, repentance, and resurrection. Then the scene turns. Opponents arrive, Paul is stoned and left for dead, yet he rises, returns, and continues the mission. We draw out the core takeaway: endurance is not bravado; it’s trust in the faithfulness of Christ. Whether you’re speaking, serving, parenting, or working, the call is the same: serve in the strength God supplies, live for an Audience of One, and let both praise and pressure point people to Jesus. If you’re seeking salvation or needing to realign your motives, this message offers a clear path back to the center. If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a review to help others find gospel-centered teaching that strengthens everyday faith. Follow Desoto Hills On Our Facebook Page: Https://facebook.com/desotohillsbaptist YouTube: @desotohillsbaptistchurch Find out more information at: https://www.DesotoHills.com
