Scripture
11 Soon the news reached the apostles and other believers in Judea that the Gentiles had received the word of God. 2 But when Peter arrived back in Jerusalem, the Jewish believers criticized him. 3 "You entered the home of Gentiles and even ate with them!" they said.
4 Then Peter told them exactly what had happened.
18 When the others heard this, they stopped objecting and began praising God. They said, "We can see that God has also given the Gentiles the privilege of repenting of their sins and receiving eternal life."
Observations
- A movement of God creates a buzz
- The news arrived back before he did
- Peter was criticized
- Peter testified with authenticity
Applications
- What is the "buzz" in my life?
- What precedes my testimony?
- Expect criticism
- Answer criticism with authenticity
Prayer
I love Your work! I desire to move with You! You are my guide! I can't look "inward" and see You. I ask that the "buzz" in my life not be drama but Your design and destiny for my life. Empower me to keep telling Your story weather around champions or critics.
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