You. Acts 22:12-16 And one Ananias, a devout man according to the law, having a good report of all the Jews which dwelt there, …, Acts 26:16-18 But rise, and stand upon thy feet: for I have appeared unto thee for this purpose, to make thee a minister and a witness both of these things which thou hast seen, and of those things in the which I will appear unto thee; …, Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular. Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Singular. I, the first-person pronoun. Let's remember, Jesus is dealing with the person who is responsible for killing Stephen (Acts 22:19,20) and has plan to arrest so many other Christians. ‘What shall I do, Lord? Verb - Present Imperative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Singular. Waiting- The question I have been asking Jesus a lot is “What shall I do Lord for you?” ….He is telling me to WAIT! Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular, Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 1st Person Singular. His travel to Damascus from Jerusalem is a long 300+ km ride. Now he realized who he is and where he is. Jesus knew exactly which areas Paul needs correction. Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Singular. (Romans 14:10-12). All, the whole, every kind of. What Shall I Do, Lord? controller; by implication, Master. Immediately after accepting Christ as his Savior, Paul asked Him this question, “What shall I do, Lord?” (Acts 22:10 NIV). And I said, What shall I do, LORD? his identity and asked for permission to speak. The 2012 presidential election is like no other in our nation's history. 6 And he trembling and astonished said, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? Paul later wrote,"We shall all stand before the judgment seat of Christ... Each of us shall give to God an account of self." God leads those who obey Him with unfailing love and faithfulness. A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. As Saul neared Damascus a light from heaven flashed around him. He earnestly desires an answer and is ready to execute whatever God tells him to do. He had the support of aristocrats to arrest and persecute the Christians in Damascus. Have you accepted Christ and want to know what to do next, you can read here. A desire to do one’s duty is another important aspect of learning what to do. Shall we pray to Him for direction. 9 And those who were with me saw the light, to be sure, but did not understand the voice of the One who was speaking to me. At the end of his third missionary journey, he was forewarned by many prophesies that he will be bounded if he goes back to Jerusalem. Reconcile with Jesus. – I know I did. and the Lord said unto me, Having risen, go on to Damascus, and there it shall be told thee concerning all things that have been appointed for thee to do. a. When he reached Jerusalem, people found him in the temple. Holman Christian Standard Bible “ Then I said, ‘ What should I do, Lord ?� These times remind me of a part in the Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian. Paul had to give. return to 'Jump List' Contextual Overview 10 And I said, What shall I do, Lord? Paul went on to write thirteen Pauline epistles and died a martyr death. – Acts 22:10. book. He was sure that Jesus was not a messiah and zealous to stop the spread of Christianity. Chorus: I shall do, I shall do, I shall do just what He says. Verb - Future Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular. and the Lord said to me, 'Get up and go into Damascus, and there you will be told everything that God has determined for you to do.' ‘I am Jesus of Nazareth, whom you are persecuting – Acts 22:8. It was Jesus who reached out to Paul and it was Jesus who asked the first question – “Saul, Saul why do you persecute me?” (Acts 22:7). A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. That’s the complete surrender. The approach of Jesus is different and so gracious whether he is dealing with Paul or dealing with thieve hanging on the cross. In the film, there is a time when Aslan does not come right away to save everyone from what seems shall be disaster. His trembling answer was a question not an answer to Jesus’s question – “Who are you, Lord”. cried out to the Lord, ‘What shall I do with this people? What Shall I Do, Lord? No infringement intended. And the Lord said to me, Arise, and go into Damascus; and there it shall be told you of all things which are appointed for you to do. And the men which journeyed with him stood speechless, hearing a voice but seeing no man,” Acts 22:10 to 26: “And I said, What shall I do, Lord? And Saul obeyed. When he reached Jerusalem, people found him in the temple. We are not sure whether Paul has met Jesus before, but he has lived his life in Jerusalem during the time of Jesus and might have heard enough about him. How do we fill these times of what seems like silence from God? 2. He fell at feet like a dead man (Revelation 1:17). Lord, what shall I do for you? Prayer clears the head and opens the heart. and I said, What shall I do, Lord? It's just the zeal of Paul, which was placed on the righteousness by law to be converted to righteousness by faith. ‘What shall I do, Lord? Acts 10:33 Immediately therefore I sent to thee; and thou hast well done that thou art come. He has only one more question for the rest of his life, every day in his life or even every minute of his life. As a Christian we many times try to trade things. We are here to pray for you. Of Hebrew origin; Damascus, a city of Syria. He loves you and wants to answer your prayers today. Paul narrates his dramatic encounter with God in Aramaic, which is the common man’s language in those days. It's just the zeal of Paul, which was placed on the righteousness by law to be converted to righteousness by faith. Please do not let this time slip away without making a decision to follow Christ. NT Apostles: Acts 22:10 I said 'What shall I do Lord?' 1. Unexpectedly a bright light flashed on him and Paul fell to the ground. The question, What Shall We Do? We use cookies to give relevant experience on our website. The people “were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do?” (Acts 2:37). Some seem to think that Aslan has abandoned his people. He’s talking to God and he’s not blowing smoke with the question. God if you do this, I will do this. D. Well in our scripture passage for this evening we have that type of scenario. The first thing to do, therefore, is to make sure we have our priorities straight. Can we do what Paul did and ask the question to the Lord? The churches he established and the passion with which he spread the gospel of Jesus Christ was not only evident in the scripture but came out clearly in the books of history as well. The ninth chapter of Acts tells us the story. So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me. When the uproar started the Roman commander decided to intervene and arrest Paul for a mistaken identity (Acts 21:38). What can man do to me?” You know my heart and all the questions I carry right now. "To Open their Eyes, to Turn them from Darkness to Light" From kai and ekei; likewise in that place. Paul knew he will be arrested once he reaches Jerusalem. Amen. We won't be giving an account of someone else, just of self. When the uproar started the Roman commander decided to intervene and arrest Paul for a mistaken identity (Acts 21:38). 2 Your sovereign grace to all extends, From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. And I said, What shall I do, LORD? Please fill me with your holy presence and teach me the way I should walk. Confronted with the gospel they probably often wonder, What Shall I Do? Lead my life and guide me. Jesus answered the question Paul asked in a most humble way and related himself to his human connection and the context he is dealing with. In some cases, a new calling or ordination can prompt people to better learn their duty. A primary verb; to speak or say. was on everybody’s mind. They are almost ready to stone me.’5The Lord said to Moses, ‘Go on ahead of the people, and take some of the elders of Israel with you; take in your hand the staff with which you struck the Nile, and go. As far as Saul was concerned, Jesus told him to get up and go into Damascus: “There you will be told all that you have been assigned to do” (Acts 22:10b NIV). Utter words. Paul didn't ask, “What will you do, Lord?” He knew that the foremost question to be answered was, “What shall I do, Lord?” It's all very well to talk in terms of “you”, and “we”, and “they”. Forgive my past and help me reconcile with you. So Moses cried out to the LORD, saying, “What shall I do to this people? If so, you have to ask the question in earnest: “What shall I do, Lord?” Ask, before the day is over. He has only one more question for the rest of his life, every day in his life or even every minute of his life. What shall I do, Lord? ‘What Shall I Do, Lord?’ The speaker is Saul. In Jesus's name, I pray. 6I will be standing there in front of you on the rock at Horeb. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to arrange in an orderly manner, i.e. (v10) Paul prayed a great prayer, “What shall I do, Lord?” And our Lord Jesus directed Paul’s blind steps. What shall we do then with Jesus who is called Christ? And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the city, and it shall be told thee what thou must do. They are almost ready to stone me.” Christian Standard Bible Then Moses cried out to the LORD, “What should I do with these people? Paul trying to recover quickly realized he is under the supernatural influence. And the Lord said unto me, Arise, and go into Damascus; and there it shall be told thee of all things which are appointed for thee to do. Now therefore are we all here present before God, to hear all things that are commanded thee of God. Acts 9:6 and 7: “And he trembling and astonished said, Lord, what wilt Thou have me to do? You can also write to us admin@BelieveHim.org. Waiting on His timing is one of the most important, challenging, strengthening, and beautiful seasons that we must go through as children of God. Paul went on to write thirteen Pauline epistles and died a martyr death. Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 1st Person Singular. What shall I do, Lord? Probably emphatic of tis; an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what. Ensure your heart is in the right place of humility, and then ask God to help you. C. Many will do the same thing with life’s path. Even now the day is far spent and the night is closing in. I want to follow you, love you and seek you with all my heart. From ana and histemi; to stand up. And the Lord said unto him. oh Lord, please let me know. Here are the choices God has laid before every human being: “See, I have set before you this day life and good, and death and evil; in that I command you this day to love the Lord your God, to walk in His ways, and to keep His commandments and His statutes and His judgments, that you may live and multiply: and the Lord your God shall bless you in the land where you go to possess it [our goal is the promised Kingdom of God]. Acts 9:6 And he trembling and astonished said, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? EXEGETICAL (ORIGINAL LANGUAGES) Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges. Jesus though was appearing in his glory with all the power his voice was tender as always. 1 What shall I do my God to love, my loving God to praise? plan to arrest so many other Christians. and the Lord said unto me, Having risen, go on to Damascus, and there it shall be told thee concerning all things that have been appointed for thee to do. A little more and they will stone me.” Amplified Bible So Moses cried out to the LORD for help, saying, “What shall I do with this people? Paul had to give his identity and asked for permission to speak. And the Lord said unto me, Arise, and go into Damascus; and there it shall be told thee of all things which are appointed for thee to do. Arise, and go into the city, and it shall be told thee what thou must do. What prompted him to address this question to his Lord? Paul has been persecuting the “body of Christ!” > #3 – (v10-21) TRUST IN THE LORD! “‘What shall I do, Lord?’ I asked. What good is religion – with so many, What Shall I Do? Acts 2:37 Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do? The second thing to do is to pray for guidance. Assign or dispose. He undoubtedly realized that “Jesus Christ ... gave Himself for us ... to purify for Himself a people ... eager to do… God is waiting for you. Read 2 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Lord if you give me this, I will give you this. To raise up, set up; I rise from among (the) dead; I arise, appear. “He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the Lord require of thee, but to do justly, and to … I'm going to wait For an answer from You I have nothing to lose Oh Lord, I'm going to wait I know You'll come through With a blessing for me Please Lord set my soul free Oh Lord, I know you'll come through I can't live without Your help I am weak all by myself Lord please give me the strength I need So I can possess eternal peace [Choir: repeats] No one else can calm my fears God alone can wipe away my … Surrender of his talents, knowledge, zeal, and will without any constraints or conditions. Tramaine Hawkins - All My Best Tou You - What Shall I DoI do not own the copyrights to this song. And there, and yonder, there also. A primary pronoun of the first person I. If you're unsure about some things in your life, don't wait another day to figure it out on your own. But the first question to ask is the one with the first person pronoun, “I”. Humble your heart before the Lord. Answer, bid, bring word, command. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. Paul has met the RESURRECTED CHRIST!!! In answer to the Lord’s question “Why do you persecute me?”, Saul then asked the questions as quoted above. Surrender of his talents, knowledge, zeal, and will without any constraints or conditions. Click "Ok" to provide your consent. And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the city, and it shall be told thee what thou must do. Apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do. Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular. Damascus. Personal / Relative Pronoun - Genitive Neuter Plural, Verb - Perfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular. Paul knew Jesus, he thought he was crucified and dead. He’s finally ready to submit. May God Bless you. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. – Acts 22:10. Noontime a hottest time in that region and considered not a good time to travel. Were he alive today and serving in the military, Saul would likely be a flag officer. Acts 22: 8,10. The LORD responds, “I AM JESUS OF NAZARETH, whom you are persecuting.” JESUS IS ALIVE!!! Jesus knew how to use a man who has surrendered everything. Paul knew he will be arrested once he reaches Jerusalem. Jesus knew exactly which areas Paul needs correction. That’s the complete surrender. And the Lord said, I am Jesus whom thou persecutest: it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks. Jesus promised: "If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!" and I said, What shall I do, Lord? Paul knew Jesus, he thought he was crucified and dead. The approach of Jesus is different and so gracious whether he is dealing with Paul or dealing with thieve hanging on the cross. Once you've asked, trust that God is directing you. Dear Jesus, I come to you. Who, which, what, why. Jesus knew how to use a man who has surrendered everything. Lord, master, sir; the Lord. New King James Version So we may boldly say: “The LORD is my helper; I will not fear. Highly intelligent, the Roman citizen, studied under Gamaliel and a trained Pharisee. Good News Translation I asked, 'What shall I do, Lord?' (a) I make, manufacture, construct, (b) I do, act, cause. 10. At the end of his third missionary journey, he was forewarned by many prophesies that he will be bounded if he goes back to Jerusalem. Paul Tells Of His Conversion On The Damascus Road. If you have a prayer request, please contact us. Dear friend, are you searching for Jesus today for a specific direction in your life? – Apostle Paul (Acts 22:10). Paul is no ordinary man. the length, and breadth, and height to prove, and depth of sovereign grace? Be my master for rest of my life. It was Jesus who reached out to Paul and it was Jesus who asked the first question –, Let's remember, Jesus is dealing with the person who is responsible for killing Stephen (Acts 22:19,20) and has. (Acts of the Apostles Ac). Now he realized who he is and where he is. 1. Whatever path that I must take, not my volition Lord, I'll do just what you say, and I shall do. John the disciple of Jesus had the similar experience when he saw Christ in his glory.

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