Day 313 - Boldness in the Name of Jesus (Acts 3, Acts, 4, Acts 5) Year 2
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TODAY'S READING:

- Acts 3, Acts 4, Acts 5

WORD OF THE DAY:

-  Bold

Today, we’re journeying with Peter and John, who are continuing Jesus’ work through the power of the Holy Spirit, fearlessly proclaiming the Gospel. In Acts 3, we witness the miraculous healing of a man at the temple gate, which draws the attention of the people and religious authorities alike. But while the people praise God, the leaders feel threatened. What follows is a powerful message of faith, boldness, and unity in the early church as Peter and John stand firm, no matter the cost.

In Acts 3, Peter and John encounter a man who has been lame from birth. Rather than offering him silver or gold, Peter commands him to walk in Jesus’ name. And he does! This man, who sat at the temple gate day after day, suddenly jumps to his feet, praising God. The people recognize him, and Peter seizes the opportunity to proclaim the source of this miracle: faith in Jesus Christ.

As the crowds gather, Peter delivers a bold message about Jesus, calling the people to repentance. But soon, the religious leaders arrest Peter and John, questioning their authority.

In Acts 4, Peter and John are brought before the Sanhedrin, the same council that condemned Jesus. They are asked, “By what power or in whose name have you done this?” Peter responds, filled with the Holy Spirit, proclaiming that salvation is found only in Jesus Christ.

The council is shocked by their boldness but eventually releases them, threatening them to never speak of Jesus again. Peter and John, however, declare that they must obey God rather than men. United, the early church prays for more boldness, and God answers, shaking the place where they pray.

In Acts 5, we see the church growing in generosity and unity. But the sobering story of Ananias and Sapphira reminds us that God desires genuine devotion. The apostles continue performing miracles, drawing crowds of people who are healed in Jesus’ name. The high priests, filled with jealousy, arrest the apostles again, but an angel frees them, commanding them to keep preaching.

Once more, Peter stands boldly before the council, declaring, “We must obey God rather than human beings.” While the council debates killing the apostles, a Pharisee named Gamaliel advises them to leave the apostles alone, saying if their movement is from God, it cannot be stopped.

Today’s reading teaches us about living boldly for Jesus, no matter the cost. Let’s ask God to empower us with His Spirit, giving us the boldness to share His truth, no matter the circumstances.

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