Devotion:
Read Acts 5:27-42.
After Easter, the apostles continued to do what Jesus showed them how to do: share the good news of Christ, even if it brought persecution and suffering. The apostles had been warned many times not to preach in Jesus’ name or about Jesus. But that didn’t stop them. After being arrested, jailed, and miraculously released, the apostles went back to preaching. This was nothing less than God’s power working through them.
When we have experienced the presence and power of his Holy Spirit, we will also have the confidence to speak out for Christ. There may be situations where you cannot obey both God and people. Then you must obey God and trust His Word to encourage you. We may not face beatings or jail time, but we may be ridiculed, ostracized or slandered. Will you count it as joy to suffer injustice for Christ’s name's sake?
Personal Worship Option:
Reflect on God’s work in your life. How can you share that with someone today?
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