"But the Jews incited the God-fearing women of high standing and the leading men of the city. They stirred up persecution against Paul and Barnabas, and expelled them from their region. So they shook the dust from their feet in protest against them and went to Iconium."
-----Acts 13:50-51
I find the response of Paul and Barnabas to be interesting. They just walk away from the trouble. They decide that instead of wasting more time in a fight with people that clearly don't want them there, they should just continue on with their journey. I think this is practical insight for today. You don't have to return every attack from those who wish to do you harm. Sometimes the best thing to do is walk away and leave it be.
Heart and Soul,
BAG
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