Acts 1
1 In the first book, O Theophilus, I have dealt with all that Jesus began to do and teach, 2 until the day when he was taken up, after he had given commands through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen. 3 He presented himself alive to them after his suffering by many proofs, appearing to them during forty days and speaking about the kingdom of God.
4 And while staying with them he ordered them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the promise of the Father, which, he said, “you heard from me; 5 for John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.”
6 So when they had come together, they asked him, “Lord, will you at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” 7 He said to them, “It is not for you to know times or seasons that the Father has fixed by his own authority. 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” 9 And when he had said these things, as they were looking on, he was lifted up, and a cloud took him out of their sight. 10 And while they were gazing into heaven as he went, behold, two men stood by them in white robes, 11 and said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into heaven? This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.”
12 Then they returned to Jerusalem from the mount called Olivet, which is near Jerusalem, a Sabbath day's journey away. 13 And when they had entered, they went up to the upper room, where they were staying, Peter and John and James and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew, James the son of Alphaeus and Simon the Zealot and Judas the son of James. 14 All these with one accord were devoting themselves to prayer, together with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and his brothers.
Everyone I know has the same situation. We are all discussing the virus. Is this the world's biggest Pet Rock scare if 96% of younger, healthier people even contract the virus will survive. 85% of older and health issues will survive. The news flits from East to West, Left to Right.
The Word of God is put together in an interesting and Living Word of God way, truth and Life.
- Waiting for God to reveal His Plans is looking in the right direction.
- The Holy Spirit will attend, appear and comfort those asking Jesus and Father God.
- God - who has been His Counselor? God will do Acts and Miracles and Plans of God and none of us will fully know God's Plans.
- Jesus is never going to leave or forsake us.
- Prayer is mentioned next. God is there.
- Praying unites us.
- Praying makes the Circle of Love Complete.
- Miracles of God - Jesus unites His very own Brothers and with His Sisters and Mother.
Acts 1 is one of my favorites. Jacob wrestled. All his life, Jacob wrestled. Jacob wrestled with the Angel and his hip was put out of joint. Jesus waited upon the Lord and His Family was Reunited. Jesus looks for healing and comfort.
It's so difficult for us to imagine God of Heaven and earth allowing the Oneness of God to be a child. And in uncertain times, we are reminded we are part of God's Plans and our plans can be interrupted. Jesus didn't rule over His earthly Brothers He had grown up with. The Wedding of Canna shows Jesus and His Disciples spent time with His Family. Jesus allowed His Brothers their own time and lives. God's Love reunited them.
Time. Tithes are often said to be: 1. Time 2. Talent 3. Treasure.
What we have seen since there is more stay-cation for many in caution ... more walking, more bicycling, more dogs being walked. More visiting. We are given Time.
1 John 2:24
Let what you heard from the beginning abide in you. If what you heard from the beginning abides in you, then you too will abide in the Son and in the Father.
In this time of uncertainty, behold, we Abide.
Abide is to Accept or act in accordance with (a rule, decision, or recommendation.
Even listening to one another complain is Abiding.
And in this season, we are finding a way, truth and Life.
Abba, Our Father,
Your work for mankind is to Believe in the One You sent.
Ecclesiastes 3:1
For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven:
Hebrews 13:8
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.
Ephesians 2:10
For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand,
that we should walk in them.
This week, I've seen a generous Spirit when I've coughed in public during the pollen season of Houston, Texas. I've heard strangers call across the street to someone who Sneezes, "God Bless You!" And heard generous, "Thank you!!!"
We have all checked on each other and encouraged each other in 96 and 85% Quotes. We have all shared our troubles. And I've been amazed to find Universities and Cities so easily put another plan in place.
Father, if we discover this is the biggest Pet Rocks of quarantine - help us all to remember Your Mercy instead of our hardships. Help us to hold on to the truth of Love, Prayer and Encouragement of one another. Help us to attain wisdom if this was ever needed in the future the Pet Rocks of quarantine - has Found Purpose.
Bless those who have fear of Avalanche of new situations and troubles to find comfort to rest and renew. To remember and receive Your Mercy.
Jesus has blessed us to Stand Firmly in His Word to pray God's Mercy expectation to find this on this earth as in Heaven.
Jesus Blesses us to remember this Day to find His Joy.
Father God, help us to Live finding You first and Your Kingdom. To live in Life, Love, Peace and Joy. Faith.
Jesus cover us with Faith, Hope and Love. And we will all remember the people we are praying for and know the Circle of our Prayer in His Love. Covered in Jesus. Jesus saves the entire world by His Love and Word.
Jesus has found Life to be Joy.
Amen.
Patmos
John 17:15
My prayer is not that you take them out of the world
but that you protect them from the evil one.
♔ Lord Jesus Saves! †
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