Paul Bitten by a Viper, and Uninjured
Acts 28:3-6
And when Paul had gathered a bundle of sticks, and laid them on the fire, there came a viper out of the heat, and fastened on his hand.…


I. IN WHAT LIGHT IT WAS VIEWED BY THE PEOPLE PRESENT.

1. As a judgment for a heinous crime.

2. As an evidence that he was a god.

II. IN WHAT LIGHT IT SHOULD BE VIEWED. It was intended by God as —

1. A means to awaken their attention to the gospel.

2. A standing memorial of His care over His faithful servants.Conclusion: Learn from hence —

1. Justice to man.

2. Confidence in God.

(C. Simeon.)



Parallel Verses
KJV: And when Paul had gathered a bundle of sticks, and laid them on the fire, there came a viper out of the heat, and fastened on his hand.

WEB: But when Paul had gathered a bundle of sticks and laid them on the fire, a viper came out because of the heat, and fastened on his hand.




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