Event: The Riot in Ephesus
S – Scripture
Acts 19 v. 24-25 For a man named Demetrius, a silver smith, who made silver shrines of Artemis, brought no little business to the craftsmen. These he gathered together, with the workmen of like occupation and said, 'Men, you know that from this business we have our wealth.'
O - Observation
Freakonomics. This is the first recorded case of freakonomics. Freakonomics is a book that a couple economist wrote, very popular, that looked at how events in culture impact economics. Well, the impact of sharing the gospel in Asia, was eliminating the need for idols. And the idol makers were not happy. Not because people were ditching their false Gods for the true God, but because they were losing business. Becoming a follower of Christ will change what you spend your money on.
A - Application
Have I considered the impact of Jesus on my economy?
P - Prayer
Jesus, Help me to be a part of your economy. Love Will.
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