Ep 12. The Story of the Apostles - A Misunderstanding in Lystra
- January 1, 1978
Children's Heroes of the Bible season 1 episode 12, titled "The Story of the Apostles - A Misunderstanding in Lystra," tells the story of Paul and Barnabas traveling to the city of Lystra to preach the word of God. As they preached, they performed a miracle healing a crippled man, which caused the townspeople to believe they were gods.
The citizens of Lystra brought offerings to Paul and Barnabas, but when the apostles realized what was happening, they tore their clothes and explained to the people that they were mere humans and not gods. They spoke of God's power and the miracles he creates, mentioning that the healing of the man was through the power of God.
Despite their explanation, some Jews from another city came to Lystra and convinced the people to stone Paul because of his teachings. The crowd stoned Paul and left him for dead, but the Lord healed him. After recovering, Paul and Barnabas continued to preach the word of God throughout the region.
Throughout the episode, viewers will learn about the importance of humility and recognizing the power of God. Additionally, the episode showcases the bravery of Paul and Barnabas, who continued to spread God's message despite the danger they faced. Overall, "The Story of the Apostles - A Misunderstanding in Lystra" is a powerful episode that teaches viewers about faith, perseverance, and the power of God's word.
