God loves to find His children yearning after Him and seeking His presence. Please find encouragement here to embrace that quest.
‘You have made known to me the paths of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence.' Acts 2:28 (NIV) Jesus became flesh. He walked as every human being has upon this earth. God in His wisdom found a Way to put Himself in our shoes. Love itself became Man. He suffered... Continue Reading →
‘And everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.' Acts 2:21 Peter is quoting the prophet Joel. He is talking about the signs and the great day of the Lord. He mentions some important points of reference then gives this rule by which the saved will be found. It will... Continue Reading →
Even on my servants, both men and women, I will pour out my Spirit in those days, and they will prophesy. Acts 2:18 (NIV) The Spirit of God is moving. A commotion is made. People are wondering over this mysterious force that is allowing simple men and women to do and say amazing things... Continue Reading →
Amazed and perplexed, they asked one another, "What does this mean?" Acts 2:12 (NIV) The Holy Spirit comes over them and they begin proclaiming the wonders of God. People from everywhere hear them but understand the words in their own language. But this is coming from simple men from simple backgrounds. How could it... Continue Reading →
Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. Acts 2:2 They are gathered to pray to the Lord. All of a sudden wind rushes into the house and around the Disciples. It buffets them violently as it howls through the... Continue Reading →
and said, "Brothers, the Scripture had to be fulfilled which the Holy Spirit spoke long ago through the mouth of David concerning Judas, who served as guide for those who arrested Jesus Acts 1:16 (NIV) Peter stands in the congregation and speaks. He is a fisherman but his words come out like one who... Continue Reading →
"Men of Galilee," they said, "why do you stand here looking into the sky? This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven." Acts 1:11 (NIV) They are standing there gazing into the clouds trying to catch another... Continue Reading →
‘But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." Acts 1:8 (NIV) Jesus promises the Holy Spirit to His followers. He speaks directly to the ones who have followed Him... Continue Reading →
He said to them: "It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority. Acts 1:7 (NIV) Jesus has paid for our chosen distance and separation from God. He has risen from the grip of death. Now He gives His last vital instructions and... Continue Reading →
On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: "Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about.´ Acts 1:4 (NIV) We are not good at waiting these days. It kills us in our modern society to sit back... Continue Reading →
