See vs 24
For Barnabas was a good man [privately and publicly—his godly character benefited both himself and others] and he was full of the Holy Spirit and full of faith [in Jesus the Messiah, through whom believers have everlasting life]. And a great number of people were brought to the Lord.
Lets check this man's personal cv
- He was a good man, PRIVATELY AND PUBLICLY
- He has a godly character
- Full of The Holyspirit
- Full of faith in Jesus
This meant that
- He was not just called a good man in the public, even in the private, at home, at work...
- His life and work with God was influenced by the deep workings of The Holyspirit
- His faith in Jesus was grounded and unwavering.
What was the result?
- People saw his lifestyle and turned to Jesus.
Questions we need to look at?
- Is my life just for d public and live a different one in the private?
- can people see the way I live my life and decide to follow Jesus?
Be the Jesus that people would see and come to Him
God help us all