The action-packed book of Acts is the story of the Church, how she began and how she grew. It highlights moments from our history that have shaped our present and provide a backdrop for our future. It shows how Jesus’s followers—Jewish people and Gentiles—learned what it meant to live together as a new community of believers, what it meant to be God’s family. It also shows us what it looked like for Jesus’s disciples to fulfill His instructions, carrying the gospel throughout their world and beyond.
This first chapter, which includes Jesus’s ascension, is a prelude to an exciting series of events throughout Acts. In His final scene with His disciples, Jesus directs their attention to what He has in store for them following His return to heaven.
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come on you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth” (Acts 1:8).
These disciples had seen the gospel unfold before their eyes: their Lord had been crucified, buried, and returned to life. This is the good news that Jesus told them to carry to the world (Matthew 28:19–20). Here in the beginning of Acts, He assures them that He will equip them for the work He had called them to. He promised His presence and His power would be with them every step of the way. The Holy Spirit would enable them with God’s power and authority as they preached the gospel and gathered disciples.
You will be my witnesses. Centuries of time separate us from Jesus’s early followers, but the legacy of the gospel connects us. We live by the same truth that they lived by, and we preach the same message that they preached. The Holy Spirit empowers us—as He empowered them—to carry out Jesus’s instructions.
To the ends of the earth. The Church has expanded beyond the geographical borders of the first century Church, with multitudes of followers across the globe. We continue carrying out the Great Commission, inviting others to accept His wonderful gift of salvation.
Sharing Jesus happens in many different ways: through a Sunday sermon, through repeated conversations, through acts of service. However we share Him, God promises that His presence will be there, actively drawing others to Him.
As we step back into the early Church’s world, let’s allow our anticipation to grow. As we connect the dots between the past and the present, we’ll see the far-reaching impact of the gospel—across time and beyond borders.
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186 thoughts on "The Ascension"
I have done an extensive (historical and cultural) study on the book of Acts and WOW! The things that are in this book are amazing. The things I never saw before. The things the Holy Spirit helped me with. The application of these words in my life. It’s such a great, rich book.
Love the phrase – the legacy of the gospel…that the gospel remains the same and connects us to generations of believers
❤️ thankful that we get to live out the same truth the the disciples lived out.
It is so important to lookback at the very last time the disciples see Jesus. Putting myself in their shoes, it must I have felt very confusing thinking he was going to be rebuilding with them and he just left. They didn’t listen when he said he would be at the right hand of the father.
Excited to be reading acts !!
Sure Thankful for the Holy Spirit
Love learning about god <3
Excited to dive deeper into this book!
This is going to be a neat book to read
Great book for my return
Great intro into the disciples ministry and background surrounding how and where it began and how it spread geographically and why it was shared with the gentiles. Love the reliance on prayer for hard decisions and how God sends his angels to guide them.
Love Matthew 28 — Go. Make. Baptize. Teach. Behold!
I am excited for the next 41 days!
Third time of trying to read Acts might be the charm!
SO GOOD!!!! Excited to read ACTS!!
Just finished Do not fear. I’m excited for this study now
Excited to debunk the meaning of this study
I thought the same thing and I’m so glad I saw this comment! That makes sense.
This is SUCH a good point!!!!! They didn’t have it yet, Jesus said it was coming. I didn’t even catch that. Lol thank you!
Grateful for the Holy Spirit!
I’ve always thought it was odd that they cast lots, but never thought about how they didn’t have the Holy Spirit. Thanks for the insight!
Love this and the podcast with Christine Cain! Incredible truth!
I completely understand what you are saying. Thinking back myself, I felt hopeless and without a meaningful purpose. I love the humanity of Christ, to know he experienced the same feelings we have. It makes me feel so close to him ❤️
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What a privilege to be able to have a personal relationship with the God of the universe.
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I was just trying to remember what it felt like when I did not have the Holy Spirit inside of me. I see, to recall a feeling of utter disconnection from God.. Like, when Jesus died on the cross, there was that moment when our sins were fully placed on Him… and He said
Father, why have you forsaken me”. Such a heart breaking moment. I do recall feeling utterly separated from God at times in life, specifically when I was battling an illness and my marriage was ending. Spiritual warfare at it finest.meeswq
I was just trying to remember what it felt like when I did not have the Holy Spirit inside of me. I see, to recall a feeling of utter disconnection from God.. Like, when Jesus died on the cross, there was that moment when our sins were fully placed on Him… and He said
Father, why have you forsaken me”. Such a heart breaking moment. I do recall feeling utterly separated from God at times in life, specifically when I was battling an illness and my marriage was ending. Spiritual wares
I was just trying to remember what it felt like when I did not have the Holy Spirit inside of me. I see, to recall a feeling of utter disconnection from God.. Like, when Jesus died on the cross, there was that moment when our sins were fully placed on Him… and He said Father, why have you foresaken
I was just trying to remember what it felt like when I did not have the Holy Spirit inside of me. I see, to recall a feeling of utter disconnection from God.. like
Always good to know that the Lord equips is for the good work.
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First day and looking forward to learning more from his word. ❤️
Casting lots is used throughout the Bible as a way to hear from God… if you think about it, they didn’t have the Holy Spirit yet to hear from as we would make decisions today!
Good read – learned a lot, and have a lot to look forward to
Hi Katie!
I think there are a couple reasons they did this. The first is cultural – this was a very common practice in that time even among the Jews. Which leads to reason 2. In this case they prayed that the Lord would reveal who He wanted to replace Judas- they relied on the Lord hearing their prayers and answering them. They were stepping out in faith in a way. I am sure there is a more academic answer to your question but this is my interpretation based on Previous Bible study and years of teachings.
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I have learned a lot in day 1 of my study . I noticed in bible times when they chose Mathias as the 12th apostle they did so by prayer but also casting lots. which is like drawing straws. my question is Why did they use casting lots when seeking to choose Mathias as one of the two? that had me curious as to why that method was used.
Thank you Holy Spirit
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Love this!!
Consider the importance of the great commission !!! To the ends of the earth, this was more than a command.
Thank you Holy Spirit for being with me always and protecting me. Forgive me when I forget you are near and turn my my heart away. Thank you for never leaving me. Thank you for giving me light in the darkness everyday.
Loved this reading
Just what I needed ♥️
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Love this a lot
this is beautiful
Acts of service
Thank you ladies for encouraging me to plant the seeds and let the Holy Spirit do His work!
Obviously I don’t know how to post! So sorry. This scripture stood out to me because our sermon yesterday was on the unity of the trinity. Jesus obeyed the Father and here and now the Spirit obeys. It is reassuring in the least and extraordinary too! ❤️
13 ‘But when He, the Spirit of truth, comes, He will guide you into all the truth; for He will not speak on His own initiative, but whatever He hears, He will speak; and He will disclose to you what is to come. – John 16:13
13 ‘But when He, the Spirit of truth, comes, He will guide you into all the truth; for He will not speak on His own initiative, but whatever He hears, He will speak; and He will disclose to you what is to come. – John 16:13
13 ‘But when He, the Spirit of truth, comes, He will guide you into all the truth; for He will not speak on His own initiative, but whatever He hears, He will speak; and He will disclose to you what is to come. – John 16:13
What I noticed in today’s reading was the waiting. After Jesus ascended, He told the disciples to wait for the Holy Spirit to come to them. They wanted to know if He was going to bring His Kingdom right then, but He told them that wasn’t for them to know. Jesus doesn’t always answer our questions right away, and waiting while praying & praising has been part of the life of believers from the beginning.
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I enjoyed how it said no matter how we share Christ he will be with us every step of the way. That is motivating to do more and be a better person in Jesus name. Holy spirt will be here in everything.
just started today as my bible readings have been scattered and I need some structure….so glad i started here…as I strive to hear and hunger for the power of the holy spirit in my daily life.
This calls me to prioritize connection with the body of believers and not shy away from inviting others in
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Amen! My lesson for today is that even though I have a burden for the lost. God’s love for them is greater than mine. Like Heather reiterated I just need to be obedient to plant the seeds that He called me to plant and God’s got the rest.
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I love how it says at the end, “However we share Him, He promises His power will be there actively drawing others to Him.” That’s sooooo good! I don’t have the burden of drawing others to him. I just need to be obedient to plant the seeds he has called me to plant and then he will do the rest!
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Holy Spirit you are welcome into my life
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Was already planning to start reading and sharing with a friend as we simultaneously and separately go through Acts. I was excited to see devotion at the top of the list!
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Amen, Thank you Lord for today
A bit late to this study but glad to be here
I love the reminder that God created us for community with fellow believers with the purpose of being light and sharing the gospel as disciples for Him and growing that community.
Pour our Your Spirit, Oh Lord.
Lord help us to allow the Holy Spirit in
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I just love Acts.
I love how Jesus tells the disciples that he is going to equip them — by giving them the Holy Spirit! It’s always wild to me that that same guy, Jesus, wants to
Thankful to be here! I’ve been wanting to do a Bible study and I’m so excited to see how God moves in this body of believers here!
I’m thankful for an app to walk me through meaningful Bible reading. And thankful for this community.
So glad to be here!
Matt 28:18 “All authority” walk with confidence and joy in Him
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I’m in the same boat as you Natalie! It’s been months since I’ve opened up my Bible and today I’m starting back up.
Praise the LORD for your desire to be a part of a church and have fellowship with believers! Where are you from ? I can help you look for a church.
Ready to commit to daily bible study! ❤️
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Hi :) … I miss the comments from churchmouse …. I hope she is okay :(
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Day 1 ❤️ Ready to learn. Ready to see where God leads me! Feeling blessed to be in His word and learning with fellow sisters in Christ!
Also first time commenting, wasn’t even sure about the study because I don’t currently attend any church as I’m looking for my place. I really want to belong to a truly convinced fellowship of believers!
Welcome to the family, Bridget!
This is my first time here with you all. I need community, even if it’s on an App. I loved this reading. Early church times are fascinating to me. Every one stepping up to take their role. I’ve struggled with not knowing or feeling like I have much of a purpose. God kept wooing me back to His Word. And then, I believe, here.
Welcome to the family!
I can imagine the incredible boldness and conviction these early church members had, having seen Jesus in their own time. Verse 1:8 is so powerful! What a wonderful gift we have been given: Holy Spirit power and boldness to further His kingdom.
Sharing Jesus is more than a church invitation. Reaching Nations, outside our Comfortable and familiar circles.
These are definitely times we need to come together in fellowship.
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I love this part too!
Laura, I am reading Dane Ortlund’s book, Gentle and Lowly. I highly recommend this book because it has blessed my understanding of Jesus’ gentle and lowly heart for me. It will answer the questions we who have walked with the Lord have struggled with for so long. May you be blessed! ♥️
I really loved the part about centuries of time separating us, but us still living by the same truth and spreading the same message. I always read these stories and think how amazing it must have been to actually walk with Jesus and to witness miracles in person and I think of many of these men as such brave people to do what they do. But wow, we really are living the same truth and spreading the same message today. We are walking with Jesus and witnessing his miracles. And the people need us to share just as much as they did back then.
Really good point! I bet he also mourns his friend. Just because someone you care about does something so awful and you are angry with them….it doesn’t erase the fellowship you’ve already had. So I imagine on some level he did mourn the loss of his friend
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The disciples probably heard a lot of things in the time around Jesus death and resurrection and ascension but they held fast to the word Jesus had given them to WAIT. When they waited they received the holt spirit and power from on high. If they had gone without waiting where would they have been?
Good points! Thank you for sharing
A couple things struck me tonight – 1. Peter seems pretty mad at Judas, which of course makes sense, but I wonder if he also mourns his friend? Is anger a defense against too deep grief? And 2. How did Matthias feel about replacing Judas? Was he scared or excited?
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I really enjoyed how the women were there right from the start. (I know this echos what some of you have said, but it’s worth noting!) I am excited to study Acts as I feel like I’ve never sat down with it before.
I love that when I take the time to stop and really think about the words I am reading, they mean so much. I see things and understand things I never realized were right in front of me. This is only day one of this study and I can already tell is going to be amazing. I can’t wait to dig in.
This verse stands out to me:
He assures them that He will equip them for the work He had called them to. He promised His presence and His power would be with them every step of the way. The Holy Spirit would enable them with God’s power and authority …
I’m a longtime believer, but I struggle with the assurance that God will follow through with his promise of being present and that the power of his Holy Spirit will enable me …. I guess it’s because we (I) don’t see such miraculous signs and wonders today of demons being cast out, people being healed. I’m afraid that if I speak it, God won’t show up.
My bible study is going through Elijah right now and this has also brought up this struggle.
One of the biggest aspects of the Christian faith is just that, faith. If we always have concrete proof that God will move or has moved (beyond scripture) then it cancels out the need for faith.
Good Monday, my dear sisters! It’s always so exciting to dive into a new book of the bible with you. I pray with Acts, that we can binge Jesus, share Jesus, and fall in love with him again. I pray that we will never feel alone, and know that Jesus is with all of us and loves us deeply. ❤️
I think what struck me was how much the early church was in community with one another, even in this first chapter! It’s something I tend to shy away from. But it’s so important to remember that we need to live in community
I’ve done so many SRT studies over the years but this is my first time commenting. Isn’t it wonderful to see the women of the early church right there in the middle of the action in verse 14? It seems to me they were valued and respected and welcomed by the brothers. I also find it strange and slightly comforting that even at the ascension some disciples find themselves doubting. If even the disciples who literally saw the resurrected Christ had moments of doubt, but carried on, there must be a lot of grace for us who are farther removed in history.
Couldn’t agree more.
This!! That stuck out to me too.
Julia Brown – double-dog dare ya to hang in there and study with us ;)
I’m so excited to read the book of Acts. I pray this book would empower me to walk more boldly in the power of the Holy Spirit. ❤️
In today’s day an age I know sometimes it can be hard to see Jesus going on in the events of this world but what a sweet reminder “ he is with us til the end of age.” He has not abandoned us and sees us. Hmmm we are not alone we have his Spirit. So thankful he is faithful even when we are not
Hello ladies! What stuck out to me was that the Holy Spirit was sent here for (John 16:8-11) to convict the world of their sins, to bring righteousness and judgement. Our world needs to so badly! We sometimes lose sight of what Holy Spirit is for. He is not just our comforter. He is here to keep us on the right path!
Excited to study this book with you all. I’ve done many srt studies but often do not comment much or at all, despite loving to read r comments. I’m a homeschooling homestead mama and if I don’t get my Bible reading done early it often gets out off too long and my day pays for it. I’m committed to reading my devotion with you ladies early in the morning and attempting to comment at least every other day to keep myself accountable. Reading too late means no one will see my comment. Anyone else want to join for me for accountability this study?
Victoria I am praying for you and your dear little one. When is your due date? I too struggled with infertility and I know the heart pain.
Churchmouse I miss you! Praying for you. ❤️
Can you imagine being told these words first-hand – “you will receive power.” And now centuries later those words still ring true! They are being spoken to us as we seek to fulfill the same mission. May we lean in to the Spirit in everything we do.
Good afternoon ladies! I am so excited to be reading about the Holy Spirit and learning about the early church❤️ I am also in need of prayers- I have been struggling with anxiety lately and I am struggling to find peace within myself .
Yes, Terany! That’s what I noticed too! Isn’t it beautiful that their lack of understanding did not disqualify them from being with Jesus or continuing in relationship and ministry with Him? I also see this in John 16:12,13 and Mark 4:33. He didn’t get mad at them for asking a “stupid” question or completely missing the point in the final minutes before his ascension. He lovingly addressed then redirected their attention. And not only that, but, what a bold statement for the disciples to hear at a time when they were still hiding behind locked doors in Jerusalem for fear of the Jews regarding this whole Jesus thing. And now Jesus was telling them that soon they will not be hiding, but be his witnesses in the city that murdered him and far beyond its borders. Only by the power of the Holy Spirit!
I found it so interesting that the disciples doubted, but kept on. I pray that the Holy Spirit will help me to be so bold as to share the news of Christ. I have never felt comfortable in doing so. I have felt immature in my knowledge of the Bible. I don’t have good recall when I need it. Praying the Holy Spirit will help me here.
HOPE – I loved your comment! Copied it down.
TAYOR – prayers for discernment.
Rebekka Paul – prayer for accountability
ELAINE – praying for your daughter Stacy
MELANIE – praying for your daughter that God will lift here suffering and give relief.
It’s so amazing that even though Christ was crucified and died for us, His presence is still here with us—just like it was for His disciples! I’m looking forward to walking through this plan with all of you!
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Between Tameshia’s devotion and Amanda’s editor’s letter, I can feel the Holy Spirit in me getting stronger. When Tameshia said, “The Holy Spirit empowers us—as He empowered them—to carry out Jesus’s instructions.” I was all right I can do that. Then she said how we can do it allowed me to say, “I definitely can do this with the help of the Holy Spirit.”
Amanda said in her editor’s letter in the book, “it’s important to remember that these first church planters and preachers were not superheroes; they were sinners saved by grace, ordinary people with an extraordinary Savior.” In other words they were just like you and me, they had excepted Christ into their life and had faith but they were sinners.
I’m a sister of Christ and I will shout it out. I believe I have the faith, love and hope that the these first Christians had.
Sisters, have a wonderful and blessed Monday and let your Holy Spirit SHINE!!!
I am so humbled to have the Holy Spirit living in me! Do I call on Him & utilize Him in my life like I could. No—but I want to keep growing in this area! ❤️
Hello! This is my first comment, I’ve been trying to keep up with the readings and everyones comments for the past few months. know that I’ve been thinking of you and praying for you! Excited to reach out and be apart of the community
Hey! Welcome!
God’s promises hold true no matter our circumstances. He has said repeatedly and Jesus echoes it again today, “remember, I am with you always…”
Throughout all of these readings, whether it be new or old testament, God has been present and faithful.
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God sends Jesus–> Emmanuel (God with us)–>Jesus crucified, buried, rose from the grave–> Jesus ascends but promises the Holy Spirit–> Holy Spirit descends on the followers and continues to fill believers to this day, Christ in us. 1 John 4:4 Little children, you are from God and have overcome them, for he who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.
Oh Father, your promises are so good. You are faithful indeed.
Good morning ladies! This is my first study and I am excited to be learning Acts with all of you. The Holy Spirit is at work indeed!
Love to be reminded that it is not for US to know the times or seasons that God has planned! We are to trust in Him, not in our understanding! Great way to start the week.
Good morning ladies! This is my first study and I am excited to be learning Acts with all of you. The holy spirit
Elaine, praying for your family and Stacy and David. Praying God will guide the doctors in his care.
❤️ @ Mandy Ferrugia
Didn’t feel ready to leave Hosea but yesterday in worship the sermon’s whole focus was on the Holy Spirit! Then this morning’s podcast was so energizing that I’m now ready to jump in wholeheartedly! Praying for all SRT requests this morning. May God’s comfort be with you all.
What really stuck out to me this morning is that Jesus will return EXACTLY the way he left. We must remember this as there will be many counterfeits in the last days, claiming to be Jesus, but Jesus will return exactly as He ascended, and He will never contradict His Father’s Word. @Melanie I am sincerely praying for you and your family! May God speak with your daughter and make His presence known and felt during this difficult time, just as He did for Job. May He restore and heal, just as He did for Job. I pray for strength and peace and healing to flood this whole situation. In Jesus’s name!
It is not your time to know is always a great reminder see for me that God is always working and that his timing is perfect and he will clue me in when it’s time.
Good morning, sisters! So excited for this new study. I’ve often flipped through Acts and read different passages, but I’ve never studied it front to back. Already feeling the Holy Spirit ministering to my heart this morning – although Jesus is not physically with us, He is with us at all times in the Spirit. Remember we are never alone, our God walks with us and lives inside each of us. Yet another reminder to constantly pray and meditate on God’s word. My time with Jesus doesn’t end just because I’ve closed my Bible, I get to have fellowship with Him all throughout my day! xx
“I have still many things to say to you, but you cannot bear them now.” Cut to my heart today. There’s so much we cannot bear yet, and Christ is so compassionate to give a little at a time.
 praying for David and Stacey
Rebekka Paul – I am in NE Ohio…no coffee gatherings for me in a long time
Praying for you Taylor ! So excited to read the book of Acts again, I love how it shows the power of the Holy Spirit which we still have today!
Loving others by sharing Jesus, when we remember the ways He has cared, provided for, met us in love right where we are, my prayer is that I hear the Holy Spirit as He leads and obey. What a gift to be a part of what God is doing. Jessy, loved what you said, indeed the apostles being faithful and the many that have to bring God glory and lead us to Salvation, so much to be thankful for. Dear Elaine M, praying for your daughter. May she feel His mighty embrace holding her in this time and the love of Jesus poured out from many. And for you too Elaine, strength, wisdom in this time. Melanie, praying for you and your daughter, May her pain be lifted off of her. Praying and believing miracles Lord Jesus for all those suffering, for those you give us to love may they feel your mighty love through our words and actions, Lord Jesus King above all Kings such need all around us, meet us here, Holy Spirit lead us give us hearts that obey that we could glorify you and bring your joy, peace, healing to those you place in our path. I pray for my friend Debbie and her husband Mark, and Soni and her husband Mark, both couples still suffering with covid after weeks. Lord bring healing break these fevers, restart these bodies you created, bring your miracles to many that they would be released if they are in hospitals, that they could shed off these symptoms and see their strngth return fully to the glory of you Lord God. I pray your will be done and know that above all this is what I ask. In Jesua name Amen. Join me in prayer Lovelies, we know their is nothing our God can not do. May we praise Him in the miracles.
Very excited for this study – I love the book of Acts! I sooo need to be reminded that I am to go into the world and share the gospel of Jesus Christ. If the disciples had not, if other Christ followers had not – then the gospel never would have reached me! Why is it that it is so hard at times, to share with others the gospel of Jesus Christ??! The only one who can give them eternal life, peace that passes all understanding, wisdom, love, forgiveness?? Father God please help me to be bold in sharing the gospel, take away all fear & hesitations. Help me to share that which I love most!
@Taylor – wow, praise the Lord for your good news – I have been praying for you since I first saw your posts, so I have been “with you” on this journey. I will continue to pray – God’s will be done!
I’m so grateful that Jesus loved me enough to suffer and die. I’m so not worthy but that doesn’t change how much he loves me. Just as he loves everyone and wants all to come to a relationship with him. The Holy Spirit helps us connect to Him and helps us share with others.
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As I was reading today’s devotion, it hit me, we are followers of Christ because of the Disciples’ obedience. If they did not wait in the upper room for the Holy Spirit and go out to the ends of the earth to share the gospel, I would not have the privilege to be a follower of Christ. It’s mind blowing.
The same Jesus these men followed and obeyed, even until death is the same Jesus we serve now. The same Spirit they had is the same one we have because of Jesus. Praying this series opens my eyes to the gospel and the church in a way I’ve never seen it before.
Praying Elaine. God has placed us in an amazing time in medical history. We will watch and marvel at His goodness and mercies. Pray strength for Stacy and wisdom for those caring for him. For his body to heal. Most of all for our Lord’s presence and power to be known to all involved.
It is so good to be reminded about the truth of the Holy Spirit!
He is with us today, and we have His Spirit to guide us into all truth. We can count on Him to be with us through every moment. Amen!
@Kelly loved your connection from our last three studies of God leading us to remember our salvation, remember the POWER we have in the Holy Spirit, and of the Lord’s faithfulness throughout time :)
@Elaine Morgan lifting up your daughter’s family in prayer
@Melanie lifting you and your daughter up for relief for you both
Also ladies I have a praise/prayer request!! As many of you know I’ve been walking through a period of singleness that I felt God calling me to. He called me back to my hometown 6 months ago for my first job as an occupational therapist. I went kicking and screaming but finally came to a place of surrender and I knew if it was the Lord’s will He would provide. Similarly with my singleness I was NOT happy about it but knew the Lord had some work to do on my heart. I feel like I finally reached a point where I felt content in the waiting but was still praying for God to send someone preferably ASAP. Well I met a guy at my church completely organically through our young adult group. We went on our first date yesterday after church to these beautiful gardens and I think the date went really well :) He asked me on another date and I’m really looking forward to it! As many of you know I’ve had hesitancies about dating Christian men since I was abused by one when I was younger BUT would you ladies join me in prayer that if this is God’s will He would allow it to flourish and if it is not He would close this door? I thank you SOO much for your prayers and for your encouragement through EVERY season <3
Good morning, sisters! I’ve been doing these devotionals for a while, and rarely post. But this morning I just wanted to thank you ladies for showing up consistently. My prayer this morning was for the Lord to set apart our time together each morning as holy and vital. I pray that over you ladies as well. And I will show up each day, joining you in the Word, in prayer, and in celebration. What a beautiful reminder in our reading this morning that the Lord is always with us. We can walk in boldness knowing He is with us. ❤️
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Looking forward to reading Acts for the first time. Rebekkah, yes absolutely. Elaine, I will pray for Stacy and David. Melanie, I will pray for your daughter that her pain subsides.
Lord help me to share your goodness and salvation. Amen
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Elaine, I’m joining you in prayer for Stacy and David. Hugs to you. ❤️
By any chance, did we go for coffee in the beginning of August?
Rebekka Paul – you can do it! Will be watching for you but don’t feel pressured to post every day.
Such a great read about how we all came to be. He will equip us for the work He’s called us to do. In His presence and with His power. ❤️
I am grateful for this devotional and I have been looking forward to reading the Bible each morning, actually being drawn to it. This hasn’t happened in a very long time. I was wondering if any of you ladies would be up for keeping me accountable to keep up with it?
Good morning dear sisters. I am really excited about exploring the book of Acts with you all! Walking in faith is a way of life for us. My daughter and her family are experiencing some of the toughest times I have ever seen. She told me last night that she feels like Job. I have had the same thought for her the past few days. You most likely don’t remember but last month I asked for prayer for her husband, David, during his open heart surgery.
Yes! I spotted that as well – even though they SAW him before them & worshipped, some still doubted. Man, even if I don’t seem to wrestle with doubt about my God, I sure do act like it when I’m self-centered, anxious, jealous, selfish, etc.
Thank you blessed Beth, spot on analogy for today.
Melanie, prayed and praying for you and your daughter.
Simple question: Do you know Jesus? May I ask that question with my words and with my life Lord, and may You be seen in me.
Yes!! Very well said. Thank you, I needed to hear.
Lord I want a fresh anointing of the Holt Spirit to lead and guide me. I felt alive with the reading this morning. It was a hard week and God got us through. He is faithful. Back to the neurologist with my daughter this am for results from the mri. Please pray. Her medication doesn’t seem to be helping. I don’t want her to keep suffering.
Now that people have re- entered society after the pandemic it is so important for us to do so also. That is for us to stand tall and be the people he wants us to be, just as the apostles did upon Jesus departure. We too have the Holy Spirit and need to follow His direction.
“Centuries of time separate us from Jesus’ early followers, but the legacy of the gospel connects us.” We have the exact same truth, the exact same message, and the exact same Holy Spirit. What a heritage we have as Christ-followers.
Lord, help me today to walk in the power of the Holy Spirit that lives in me.
Rhonda J. – Glad you went to church. Praying the Holy Spirit work on your husband’s heart.
Moses in Deuteronomy, God through Hosea, and now Jesus telling us to REMEMBER❣ Thank You God for the gift of the Spirit to help us to REMEMBER.❤
To the ends of the earth…hard to imagine a time when we will have reached every people group with the gospel. Yet John saw every tribe and tongue before the throne in heaven so it will happen eventually. Pray for missionaries.
Remember I am with you always.
You will receive power from the HolY Spirit.
He will guide you into all the truth.
We don’t have to do this on our own. God is with us every step of the way. In His power we can go out and be His witnesses.
I love that in second passage it is mentioned that despite walking through everything, the disciples doubted. It just a simple and probably often missed reminder that we will doubt even when it is plain before us. God is so gracious with small details to give us love and comfort for hard days, but faith is so important.
Acts is so much more than just speaking in tongues, it is the great commission being lived out!