Daily Bible Reading — Sustained By God’s Word Of Spiritual RenewalSample
June 13
Introduction
As noted in the readings from the last two days, chapter 10 in the book of Acts recounted Peter’s meeting with Cornelius, a Gentile, and how the Gentiles received the Holy Spirit and were baptized. In today’s reading, Peter is criticized by Jewish Christians for meeting with Gentiles, and he defends his actions.
Today’s Scripture: Acts 11:15 (GNT)
[Peter said:] “When I began to speak, the Holy Spirit came down on them just as on us at the beginning.”
Today’s Reading
Acts 11:1-18
Reflect
Why was Peter criticized? What did the Jewish Christians seek to impose on the Gentile Christians (verse 2)? How did Peter respond? How did the church leaders react to Peter’s speech? In what ways does your community of faith invite and welcome those who wish to become members?
Pray
Holy God, by your Holy Spirit, empower me to proclaim boldly the Good News of Jesus Christ and to reach out to others with the message of your love and salvation. Amen.
Prayer Concern
Those seeking to join a community of faith
Tomorrow’s Reading
Acts 11:19-30: The Good News spreads beyond Palestine.
Scripture
About this Plan
Daily Bible Reading is designed to facilitate consistent interaction with the Bible. It includes background information on each day’s Scripture passage and key verse for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, a prayer and prayer concern to help you connect to God and be of spiritual support to others. Journey with us this month as we explore the theme “Sustained by God’s Word of Spiritual Renewal.”
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