“Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.”
Acts 1:4-5
The disciples who had followed Jesus during His earthly ministry now waited as instructed for what had been promised. Their number had grown beyond the 11 remaining disciples to a group of about 120. These disciples and Jesus’ mother and brothers gathered and were in ardent prayer.
Unsure of what to expect, Peter chose to address the problem at hand: the replacement of Judas to the original 12 disciples. Previously, Peter had been afraid to even acknowledge that he knew Jesus, but now he stood up as a leader. A problem needed to be solved, and after prayerful consideration, a replacement was chosen.
As believers, we are often called to step into leadership roles, some that may be of little consequence, others that are very important. We go with the gift that was promised to the disciples: the Holy Spirit. Through His guidance, we can lead by example and lead with our gracious and winsome words, at all times seeking to advance the gospel for the salvation of others. Do not be afraid; you have the precious Holy Spirit with you!
Unsure of what to expect, Peter chose to address the problem at hand: the replacement of Judas to the original 12 disciples. Previously, Peter had been afraid to even acknowledge that he knew Jesus, but now he stood up as a leader. A problem needed to be solved, and after prayerful consideration, a replacement was chosen.
As believers, we are often called to step into leadership roles, some that may be of little consequence, others that are very important. We go with the gift that was promised to the disciples: the Holy Spirit. Through His guidance, we can lead by example and lead with our gracious and winsome words, at all times seeking to advance the gospel for the salvation of others. Do not be afraid; you have the precious Holy Spirit with you!
Scripture Focus
Acts 1:15-26
Insight
“The human spirit fails, except when the Holy Spirit fills.” (Corrie ten Boom, 1892-1983)
Bible In A Year
- Ezekiel 21-22
- Psalm 141
- Colossians 3-4