Acts 4, 5, 6
As believers, persecution is expected. How do you get past something like this? I’ve always felt that I was never versed enough to speak on behalf of my faith, which I am now finally accepting by immersing myself into the Word. As I read Acts, chapter 5, I was impressed by the boldness displayed by Peter and the other apostles when they were being persecuted.
29Peter and the other apostles replied: “We must obey God rather than men! 30The God of our fathers raised Jesus from the dead—whom you had killed by hanging him on a tree. 31God exalted him to his own right hand as Prince and Savior that he might give repentance and forgiveness of sins to Israel. 32We are witnesses of these things, and so is the Holy Spirit, whom God has given to those who obey him.” Acts 5:29-32
I was even more surprised with the boldness of the Pharisee Gamaliel.
38Therefore, in the present case I advise you: Leave these men alone! Let them go! For if their purpose or activity is of human origin, it will fail. 39But if it is from God, you will not be able to stop these men; you will only find yourselves fighting against God.” Acts 5:38-39
Dear Lord, I ask that as I develop a closer relationship to you, that I am able to boldly declare your ministry. How true is what Gamaliel said about fighting against your will. Please allow these words to resonate deeply within my heart in order to make me a bolder believer. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.
Nourished by His Word 