Sunday, July 31, 2022

The Name of Jesus Christ

 "His name, through faith in His name, has made this man strong, whom you see and know. Yes, the faith which comes through Him has given him this perfect soundness in the presence of you all." Acts 3:16

Observations:

Faith in the name of Jesus Christ is power.

"soundness" = freedom from flaws or defects, not diseased or sick, freedom from error, right.

Faith in Jesus healed the lame man and made him well again.

This could be a metaphor that faith in Jesus can make us right with God.

This soundness is something that other people can see.  

        - This reminds me of Psalm 23... He renews my strength... He prepares a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. 

Application:

Faith in Jesus is very powerful and gives us His strength.

We need to have faith and believe, or else it's all for nothing.

We are to pray in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.

Prayer:

Dear Lord, I have faith in You. You are faithful to us. Thank You that we can trust You. Help my faith to grow stronger in You Lord. Let my faith in You be an example to others. Help me to be a good witness for You Lord. Thank you Jesus for being my Lord and Savior! Amen

Saturday, July 30, 2022

Daily Decisions

 "So, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart praising God and having favor with all the people. The Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved." Acts 2:46-47

Observations:

The word "daily" speaks out to me - every day.

"One accord" - they were all in agreement.

They were fellowshipping with each other at each other's homes. 

They were satisfied and content.

They praised God. 

So, because of their example, many people were saved.

Application:

We have daily decisions and choices. 

We need to have fellowship with one another.

We need to be content and praise God for His blessings.

We need to be good examples to others around us so that they can know the love of God.

Prayer:

Please help us Lord to follow You every day. Thank You Lord for all Your many blessings. I am so grateful for all You have done. Please help us to be a good witness for You. Thank you Jesus! Amen!