Acts 7
Today we read Acts 7. Stephen is the first follower of Jesus to be martyred. But notice how Jesus comforts him (verse 56). Thank you, Jesus, that you comfort us too in the trials of life!
Acts 6
Today we read Acts 6. In this chapter, we read how the enemies of Jesus attack one of Jesus’ workers, a devout man named Stephen. The enemies spread lies about Stephen and have him arrested. So it is today as well, that sometimes the enemies of Christianity spread lies about us believers in order to harm us. May the Lord give us strength in these difficult situations so that we remain faithful to Jesus Christ!
Acts 5
Today we read Acts 5. Verse 29 is very important: “We must obey God rather than men.” This means that we must obey the authorities, even the evil ones (for example, even in such a country, a red stoplight still means “stop” and so we must stop). However, if the authorities were to command us to break one of the Ten Commandments (see Exodus 20:1-17), then we must disobey, even if they threaten to punish us. Lord Jesus, please give us the courage to do this!
Acts 4
Today we read Acts 4. Look how boldly the believers in Jesus Christ confess their faith–even in the face of hostility. May the Holy Spirit grant us that same kind of boldness!