Saturday, June 6, 2015

Saturday, June 6, 2015

[by Kenny and Keesha Sullivan]

"Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marveled; and they took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus" 

(Acts 4:13). 

People noticed the change in Peter and John when they observed their actions and words. Peter and John's boldness, wisdom and conviction amazed those around them. People could tell that there was something extra ordinary about these men. Even though, from a worldly perspective, they were "unlearned and ignorant," they were wise enough to have spent time with Jesus. 

You and I were created to be mirrors (see Genesis 1:26).  We become like whatever or whomever we spend the most time with.  So, when we spend time with Jesus, people can see something extra ordinary about us, just as many did with Peter and John. People notice the difference.   Spending time with Jesus causes us to be bold and courageous. Spending time with Jesus pushes us to do things the world would not do. It causes us to act in a way that is not ordinary to this world, like loving enemies, boldly standing in the midst of persecution, and keeping our faith in Jesus when everyone else has lost all hope.

We should start our days with spending time with Jesus, even if it is for just a few moments. I believe that as we seek His face and spend time with Him that people see the remnants of the extra ordinary on us and in us. "But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you." (Matthew 6:33)

Lord thank you so much for desiring to spend time with us. Thank You for the supernatural change that occurs in us as we spend time with You. Help us to seek You first each day, so that we emulate Your love, Your wisdom, Your ways, and Your boldness. Help us to be more like You with each and every day. We love You Jesus! Thank You for being our God. In Your name, we pray. Amen.