These now famous words have been analyzed over and over again. “Then Agrippa said unto Paul, Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian.” Acts 26:28

And Paul had certainly been testifying/preaching to this lost Roman potentate.

And yet, soon as Agrippa made this declaration … as Luke tells us … the King rose up, and they that sat with him, and left the presence of Paul!

Then continued discussing Paul’s legal quandary!

“Almost” … but still lost.

“Almost” … but still an unbeliever!

This reminds me of the “rich young ruler” who came to Jesus. Seeming to be so sincere! Yet he left … also still unsaved!

Or the scribe in Mark 12:34 who asked Jesus two incisive questions (which our Lord answered fully and wisely) … causing Jesus to tell him … “Thou art not far from the kingdom of God.”

“Almost …”

“Not far …”

Sad words!

Especially when the Bible has verses like these …

“Whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” Romans 10:13, Paul writing.

And … “Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life.” John 5:24, Jesus Himself speaking!

— Dr. Mike Bagwell

Some believe Agrippa may have been mocking Paul. But for me, when it comes to eternal salvation, I work with every spark of interest I can find. Believing as I do that Jesus died for everybody.

Including YOU … dear reader.

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