Cut To The Heart

The Word of God is sharper than the sharpest two edge sword…

Acts 2:29-37 (NIV)
29 “Fellow Israelites, I can tell you confidently that the patriarch David died and was buried, and his tomb is here to this day. 30 But he was a prophet and knew that God had promised him on oath that he would place one of his descendants on his throne. 31 Seeing what was to come, he spoke of the resurrection of the Messiah, that he was not abandoned to the realm of the dead, nor did his body see decay. 32 God has raised this Jesus to life, and we are all witnesses of it. 33 Exalted to the right hand of God, he has received from the Father the promised Holy Spirit and has poured out what you now see and hear. 34 For David did not ascend to heaven, and yet he said,

“‘The Lord said to my Lord:
    “Sit at my right hand
35 until I make your enemies
    a footstool for your feet.”’[f]
36 “Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Messiah.”

37 When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?”

Thoughts:
Peter continues to press into Go’s through Jesus Christ, the Risen Savior. We are instructed to look to the prophets for confirmation. Those prophets that came before Jesus were all in position to prepare the way. The way is not easy. It was never intended to be. The walk requires persistent faith. Faith that can move mountains. Collective faith of all believers through the church is powerful.

The last question is beautiful. “What shall we do now?”, is the question. This calling upon our lives is strong. The call is for us to be diligent and steadfast. Our Savior will return. We are to speak of this return and act in His stead. We are not to only “hold down the fort”. We are positioned to improve and expand the Kingdom of God. It is our calling.

If you sit still and listen to God, you will hear His call on your life. The call may not be what you expect. Chances are it will be the opposite, but do not be afraid. God’s plan is to prosper us. It always has been. As we walk in battle every day, know that the Lord our God has given all means to fight the good fight. He has given us the weapons and the protection required. It is at the moment when you think the fight is over and that you are finished that He is most or went with you.

Begin today to culture and grow a strong intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. He is your Advocate in Heaven. He sits at the right hand of the Father not for Glory or Prestige. He sits there for us, His beloved children. There is nothing He would not do to ensure your success in fulfilling God’s perfect plan. He would give His life again if it was required. Know that the finished work of the Cross is just that…FINISHED. walk in the authority of Jesus Christ. Pray today in the name of Jesus. Say that today. #JesusSaves

Amen
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