It is quite alright for Christians to be appropriately annoyed. That is to say, annoyed over the right things in the right way. Motive matters. Method matters. In Acts 16:16-24, the Apostle Paul is “greatly annoyed” by a demon-possessed girl who was being exploited by her handlers. He’s annoyed by the demon. By the men who are abusing this young girl. He’s annoyed by what’s being said. And he’s annoyed by the distraction it all is to the message he’s preaching and the ministry he’s trying to have. So, he solves the problem but not without consequences. The narrative provides another opportunity for each of us to consider our own motives and methods when it comes to the mission and ministry that Jesus has entrusted to us. Series: The Acts of the Apostles (Chapters 11-16) Todd Dugard Message: 44 – Greatly Annoyed Harvest Bible Chapel Text: Acts 16:16-24 March 17, 2024 When I’m on mission for Jesus… The strategy: simple (v. 16a) Harvest exists to glorify God by making more and better disciples of Jesus who love God and love people. The message: clear (v. 16b-17) Luke 23:40–41 Acts 4:11–12 James 2:19 1 John 2:3–6 The power: God’s (v. 18) The expectations: managed (v. 19-22) The cost: paid (v. 23-24)