THE NAME ABOVE EVERY NAME
Acts 4:1-12
The Sadducees are particularly mentioned, because they were the
agnostics of the age, and had no belief in the unseen and eternal. The
fact of our Lord's resurrection was, therefore, especially obnoxious
to them. The captain of the Temple, who was head of the... [ Continue Reading ]
BRAVING MEN TO OBEY GOD
Acts 4:13-22
Do people realize that there is something about us which cannot be
accounted for except that we have been with Jesus? Our company always
influences us. A man is known by the company he keeps. Good manners
are caught by association with the well-mannered. What,... [ Continue Reading ]
HELP FROM ON HIGH
Acts 4:23-35
Like draws to like; Judas went to his own place, and the Apostles to
their own company. The best answer to threats is prayer. The Apostles'
one petition just then was for boldness. They scorned to ask for their
own safety; it was enough if Jesus was glorified.
What... [ Continue Reading ]
LYING TO THE HOLY SPIRIT
Acts 4:36-37; Acts 5:1-11
The Spirit of God is the source of generous and liberal giving. It is
a poor substitute to set up bazaars, and fairs, and ice cream suppers.
When the Church is filled with the Holy Spirit, her pockets will be
easily emptied before His gracious, th... [ Continue Reading ]