Opportunity is waiting

Acts 25:10 
Paul answered: "I am now standing before Caesar's court, where I ought to be tried. I have not done any wrong to the Jews, as you yourself know very well. 
 

Talk about persistence; it has been two years and the Jewish leaders are still trying to kill Paul. Festus, the current governor of Caesarea wanted to wash his hands of the entire messy situation and he saw Paul's appeal as his chance to get rid of the man. 

If, however, I am guilty of doing anything deserving death, I do not refuse to die. But if the charges brought against me by these Jews are not true, no one has the right to hand me over to them. I appeal to Caesar!"  (Acts 25:11)

As a Roman citizen, Paul had the right to have his appeal heard by Caesar.  This would mean Festus would send Paul to Rome. Rome was the destination Paul had on his heart for years and if the only way he could get there was as a prisoner, he was all in favor.

After Festus had conferred with his council, he declared: "You have appealed to Caesar. To Caesar you will go!" (Acts 25:12)

Paul was in prison, but that didn't stop him from telling about Jesus.  Rather than complain about his lot in life, Paul took advantage of his situation.  Think about it, our problems, much like Paul's could be opportunities.

A closer look at a current situation could reveal golden occasions. We only need to open our eyes and think outside the box.  When we use our troubles to inspire others, those difficulties are redeemed; like a blessing in disguise.

Acts 25:1-22