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Acts 4:12, NIV
Jesus is “‘the stone you builders rejected, which has become the cornerstone.’ Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.” Acts 4:12, NIV Salvation is found only in the arms of Jesus. He is the One who has given us the chance to experience eternal life. Some Jews and Pharisees may reject Him, but He became the cornerstone. He became the hope of this world. Through His suffering on the cross and the precious blood that was showered upon us, we are now washed from our impurities and made whole. And everyone who believes…
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Acts 3:26, NIV
When God raised up his servant, he sent him first to you to bless you by turning each of you from your wicked ways. Acts 3:26, NIV God raised His Son, who came here on earth as a servant. He didn’t show up like a King with chariots and earthly riches. Jesus came to serve and sacrifice His life so that we would have the chance to experience eternity with Him. God sent Jesus to bless us by turning each of us from our wicked ways. Through His precious blood, we are cleansed and purified. We are given the chance to go back to His arms and stop sinning. All…
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Heaven is not the Goal
Sometimes, we are so obsessed with heaven that we no longer remember the reason why it even exists in the first place. We are too caught up in finding the perfect place where we can find rest and peace. It became a goal that we needed to reach. It’s like looking forward to the reward and just forgetting about the purpose of why that reward even exists. We do things because we want to live there and not because we want to be with the Creator Himself. Heaven is not the goal. It’s just a manifestation of your relationship with God. So try to ask yourself: Why do you want…
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Acts 3:16, NIV
By faith in the name of Jesus, this man whom you see and know was made strong. It is Jesus’ name and the faith that comes thought him that has completely healed him, as you can all see. Acts 3:16, NIV Peter declared healing to a lame man who had been suffering since birth. The Holy Spirit moved and completely healed this man, and that’s when Peter reminded the people that it was all because of the faith that they put in the name of Jesus. This lame man’s feet and ankles instantly became strong, not because of Peter, but because of faith. You see, just like Peter, you can…
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Acts 3: 14-15, NIV
You disowned the Holy and Righteous One and asked that a murderer be released to you. You killed the author of life, but God raised him from the dead. We are witnesses of this. Acts 3: 14-15, NIV Jesus was disowned and killed. He suffered and died in front of the Israelites. People chose to save the murderer instead of choosing the holy and righteous One. He experienced injustice. That’s why don’t act as if Jesus can’t relate to what you feel, because people also accused Him before. He received a series of rejections and painful comments. So when you experience injustice in your life, remember what Jesus went through.…
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Acts 3:6, NIV
Then Peter said, “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk.” Acts 3:6, NIV Peter and John saw a beggar who was asking for money. They looked at him, and Peter said he didn’t have silver or gold, but He had Jesus in Him whom He could share with the beggar. You see, there are times when we feel insufficient because of the wants and needs of the people around us. We feel like we don’t have what they are looking for, but the truth is, we can always share Jesus with them. Just…
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Acts 2: 36, NIV
“Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Messiah.” Acts 2: 36, NIV Jesus is our Lord and Messiah. He is the savior of this world. He died to set us free from our sins. He came here on earth to help us see and realize who God is. Jesus showed us what it means to love God. He did everything that the Father asked Him to do so that we may experience eternity with Him. He was crucified, and on the third day, He rose again. And it was written that all who believe in the Son of…
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Acts 2:24, NIV
But God raised him from the dead, freeing him from the agony of death, because it was impossible for death to keep its hold on him. Acts 2:24, NIV Jesus overcomes death. He won the victory. Though He suffered and died on the third day. He rose again, which means that death could no longer take hold of Him. Jesus conquers the principalities of this world. By His precious blood, those who sinned against God will be saved. By His sacrifice, everyone who believes in Him will now be given a chance to experience eternity with Him. He didn’t stay in the grave. Jesus rose and proclaimed victory. So if…
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Acts 2:4, NIV
All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them. Acts 2:4, NIV As Jesus promised His disciples, He sent the Holy Spirit to help them. After He ascended to heaven, the disciples gathered in one place, and there, Jesus proved to them that His words were true. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled them. They saw supernatural things, and that’s when they realized what it feels like to truly receive the great Helper. You see, Jesus will fulfill His promises. He is true to His words. And His instructions…
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Acts 1:8, NIV
But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witness in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Acts 1:8, NIV This is what Jesus said to His disciples before He ascended to heaven. He sent the Holy Spirit as their guide, protector, and teacher. After that, they will serve as Jesus’ witnesses in this world. If you believe with all your heart that Jesus is your Lord and Savior, then that’s the time when you will receive the Holy Spirit. And just like His disciples, you are also one of His witnesses. You are…
