Week 13 — Power and Presence
Weekly Prayer:
Lord, keep us humble when You move powerfully among us. Guard us from seeking signs for their own sake and teach us to recognize Your presence as a gift of grace. Use Your work in us to draw others toward You. Amen.
Day 1 — Many Signs and Wonders
Read: Acts 5:12 | Also Read: Mark 16:20; Hebrews 2:3–4
Open-Ended Reflection: What role do signs and wonders play in confirming the message of Christ?
Learn from Scripture: How do these passages show that miracles support the gospel rather than replace it?
Journal Prompt: How do you respond when you see God working in ways that stretch your understanding?
Day 2 — Together in Solomon’s Colonnade
Read: Acts 5:12 | Also Read: Acts 2:46; Psalm 133
Open-Ended Reflection: Why do you think unity continues to be emphasized in moments of visible power?
Learn from Scripture: What do these passages reveal about community as a foundation for spiritual impact?
Journal Prompt: Where might unity strengthen the witness of your faith community?
Day 3 — Respect and Reverence
Read: Acts 5:13 | Also Read: Ecclesiastes 12:13–14; Hebrews 12:28–29
Open-Ended Reflection: Why were some hesitant to join them even while holding them in high regard?
Learn from Scripture: What do these passages teach about healthy reverence before God?
Journal Prompt: What does reverence look like in your daily walk with Christ?
Day 4 — The Lord Added to Their Number
Read: Acts 5:14 | Also Read: 1 Corinthians 3:6–7; John 6:44
Open-Ended Reflection: Why does Scripture emphasize that the Lord added to their number?
Learn from Scripture: How do these passages guard against human pride in spiritual growth?
Journal Prompt: How does recognizing God as the one who draws people change your perspective on ministry?
Day 5 — Even the Shadow
Read: Acts 5:15–16 | Also Read: Luke 8:43–48; Acts 19:11–12
Open-Ended Reflection: What does this level of faith and expectation reveal about the people’s understanding of Jesus’ power?
Learn from Scripture: How do these passages demonstrate that healing ultimately points back to Christ?
Journal Prompt: Where do you need to trust Christ’s authority more fully in your own life?
Weekly Prayer:
Lord, keep us humble when You move powerfully among us. Guard us from seeking signs for their own sake and teach us to recognize Your presence as a gift of grace. Use Your work in us to draw others toward You. Amen.
Day 1 — Many Signs and Wonders
Read: Acts 5:12 | Also Read: Mark 16:20; Hebrews 2:3–4
Open-Ended Reflection: What role do signs and wonders play in confirming the message of Christ?
Learn from Scripture: How do these passages show that miracles support the gospel rather than replace it?
Journal Prompt: How do you respond when you see God working in ways that stretch your understanding?
Day 2 — Together in Solomon’s Colonnade
Read: Acts 5:12 | Also Read: Acts 2:46; Psalm 133
Open-Ended Reflection: Why do you think unity continues to be emphasized in moments of visible power?
Learn from Scripture: What do these passages reveal about community as a foundation for spiritual impact?
Journal Prompt: Where might unity strengthen the witness of your faith community?
Day 3 — Respect and Reverence
Read: Acts 5:13 | Also Read: Ecclesiastes 12:13–14; Hebrews 12:28–29
Open-Ended Reflection: Why were some hesitant to join them even while holding them in high regard?
Learn from Scripture: What do these passages teach about healthy reverence before God?
Journal Prompt: What does reverence look like in your daily walk with Christ?
Day 4 — The Lord Added to Their Number
Read: Acts 5:14 | Also Read: 1 Corinthians 3:6–7; John 6:44
Open-Ended Reflection: Why does Scripture emphasize that the Lord added to their number?
Learn from Scripture: How do these passages guard against human pride in spiritual growth?
Journal Prompt: How does recognizing God as the one who draws people change your perspective on ministry?
Day 5 — Even the Shadow
Read: Acts 5:15–16 | Also Read: Luke 8:43–48; Acts 19:11–12
Open-Ended Reflection: What does this level of faith and expectation reveal about the people’s understanding of Jesus’ power?
Learn from Scripture: How do these passages demonstrate that healing ultimately points back to Christ?
Journal Prompt: Where do you need to trust Christ’s authority more fully in your own life?
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