The Church Grows

Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do? Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the LORD our God shall call. And with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, Save yourselves from this untoward generation. Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. And fear came upon every soul: and many wonders and signs were done by the apostles. And all that believed were together, and had all things common; And sold their possessions and goods, and parted them to all men, as every man had need. And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved. Acts 2:37-47

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When Peter finished preaching a sermon about how the power of God had been displayed amongst the disciples and how it ministered to the people, and what it meant for Jesus, then the people were pricked in their hearts. They recognized that they were addicts and that they needed help. They asked the simple question “What shall we do?” Peter gave them instructions to be baptized and live the life that God had instructed them to live. That day 3000 people were added to God’s fellowship. They immediately began to share their experience, strength, and hope and the message continued out into the world for all to hear and all to decide and all to follow Jesus.

Prayer for Today: Help us to be willing to hear Your voice today in whatever form it may come. When it does come help us to be willing to accept it and to follow You wherever You would lead us. Thank You for seeking us out and offering Your love and acceptance.