Paul vs. Zeus

Heroes in the Bible

Max Bard

Religion, Religion & Spirituality

4.9 • 716 Ratings

🗓️ 9 January 2026

⏱️ 22 minutes

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Chapter 2 of Heroes in the Bible: Paul with Michael Chandler is inspired by the book of Acts. Paul vs. Zeus - Story inspired by Acts 14 Paul and his companion, Barnabas, have endured all sorts of persecution and hardship. But what happens when they’re worshipped as gods and thrust into the temple of Zeus? Will they accept the worship or risk their lives by proclaiming the One True God? In this episode, inspired by Acts 14, we see Paul’s unwavering commitment to the gospel of Jesus, regardless of the cost. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Sign up for Heroes in the Bible devotionals at https://www.heroesinthebible.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:38.2	The air in Antioch was thick with heat and hatred.
0:43.3	Dust hung in the sunlight like ash from an invisible fire,
0:47.5	stirred by the restless feet of a crowd.
0:50.4	At the center of the town square, kneeling on the splinter days, was Paul and Barnabas.
0:56.8	Their hands and feet were bound in coarse rope that scraped their flesh raw, preaching the way of Jesus.
1:03.9	This was their crime.
1:05.6	And if they were going to live for Jesus, they would be treated like Jesus.
1:14.6	Thank you. live for Jesus, they would be treated like Jesus. I've heard the cheers. They've chanted my name.
1:18.6	When the spotlight's on you and the praise rains down, how do you respond?
1:24.6	Do you receive the praise as your own or give it right back to the one who actually
1:30.3	deserves it? I am Michael Chandler and this is Heroes in the Bible, Paul.
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