Peter 10

Apparently, when I made the division up on this last lesson, I had a lot of reading time open. This is a lot to take in all at once, but perhaps it will be easier than it seems.

Acts 9:32-43

Peter saved two people from death and many believed in Christ due to these miracles. Why did they not proclaim Peter a god?

Acts 10:1–23a

Do not call anything impure that the Lord has made clean? Before reading further, what does this mean to you? For me, it has always meant Bacon Cheese Burgers. Was I right?

Acts 10:23b-48

“Only a man myself.” Peter was humble and directed all Glory to God. Peter interpreted the dreams to mean he was called to witness to everyone, not just the Jew and that God was sovereign over the law, especially the law of man, but also man’s interpretation of God’s law. God has called all men to Himself and as His chosen children, we are to share the gospel with all.

Acts 11:1-18

Peter responded to challenge with “who was I to think that I could oppose God.” This same argument was used in the Jewish courts to save the Apostles and let them continue their mission.

Acts 12:1-19a

Peter experienced the supernatural miracle of God acting in his life. How has God done so in yours?

Acts 15:1-21

“We believe it is through the grace of our Lord that we are saved.” Peter spoke plainly about how saving is done by grace and not by acts like circumcision.

Gal 1:11-2:21

Peter and Paul: Two men with different backgrounds and different missions, but a team; a team that experienced differences of opinion and worked through to find the truth of God. Sometimes the greatest among us misses the mark and needs correction.

Peter was the rock upon which the church was founded and who lived his life for the Lord. His life is a tremendous example of what God can do with anyone who has faith regardless of their nominal skill, abilities, and characteristics. The study of his actions was a tremendous blessing, and I look forward to studying his letters next (startnig next Month).