Not-So-Quiet-Time: Acts 3
At-Home Bible Guide for the Week of 9/21
Day 1: Verses 1-7
Peter and John were going about their ordinary business (praying together) when God used them for something extraordinary (miraculous healing). As we seek to follow God in normal ways on ordinary days, we must always be ready to share what God has given to us, especially by sharing the gospel. This is because the greatest miracle occurs when He gives new life to those dead in sin. What opportunities do you have in your ordinary life to share the extraordinary gospel that Christ has given to you?
Day 2: Verses 8-10
When God works, the right response is praise. As this man leapt up, he leapt up into worship. He loved to honor God because of what God had done in his life. And those around him took notice of how God had transformed him. Do you think that others are able to see the work that God is doing in your life? Are they amazed because of how God is transforming you?
Day 3: Verses 11-16
When the opportunity arises to share about Jesus, Peter takes it. And he doesn’t shy away from sharing hard truths. Like a doctor delivering a diagnosis, Peter delivers the facts: the people had rejected the Lord, and they were in trouble. It’s not easy to talk about sin and guilt, but the world needs to know the problem before it can grasp the solution. What does it look like for us to show those in our lives how much they need a Savior today?
Day 4: Verses 17-21
Peter told his hearers that they needed to change. They needed to turn from their sins. They needed to repent. Admitting our sin, taking responsibility for it, and turning from it can be painful. Repentance isn’t easy, but it is worth it. Why? Because it leads to refreshing in the presence of the Lord. In a worn-out world, the gospel isn’t easy news, but it really is good news. Do you need refreshing in your life? If so, start by considering what areas of your life require repentance today.
Day 5: Verses 22-26
We live in an individualistic culture. And while God works in the lives of individuals, the Bible is clear that He also works in the lives of families. This passage shows that God sent his Son to bless families through the gospel. You might not preach to the masses like Peter, but God has put you in position to show Christ to your family. What does it look like for you to point your family toward repentance, faith, and faithfulness together?
Catechism Connection: WSC 14, 18, 20
In this chapter, Peter boldly states that the people had denied “the Holy and righteous One,” and he concludes by calling them to turn from wickedness. That call to repentance still applies to us today because everyone has fallen into a state of sin and we all actively choose to sin (WSC 14, 18). But there is hope! God delivers his people “out of their state of sin and misery and [brings] them into a state of salvation by a redeemer” (WSC 20). Turn to Him in faith. Our God overcomes sin! He is our Redeemer!
Day 1: Verses 1-7
Peter and John were going about their ordinary business (praying together) when God used them for something extraordinary (miraculous healing). As we seek to follow God in normal ways on ordinary days, we must always be ready to share what God has given to us, especially by sharing the gospel. This is because the greatest miracle occurs when He gives new life to those dead in sin. What opportunities do you have in your ordinary life to share the extraordinary gospel that Christ has given to you?
Day 2: Verses 8-10
When God works, the right response is praise. As this man leapt up, he leapt up into worship. He loved to honor God because of what God had done in his life. And those around him took notice of how God had transformed him. Do you think that others are able to see the work that God is doing in your life? Are they amazed because of how God is transforming you?
Day 3: Verses 11-16
When the opportunity arises to share about Jesus, Peter takes it. And he doesn’t shy away from sharing hard truths. Like a doctor delivering a diagnosis, Peter delivers the facts: the people had rejected the Lord, and they were in trouble. It’s not easy to talk about sin and guilt, but the world needs to know the problem before it can grasp the solution. What does it look like for us to show those in our lives how much they need a Savior today?
Day 4: Verses 17-21
Peter told his hearers that they needed to change. They needed to turn from their sins. They needed to repent. Admitting our sin, taking responsibility for it, and turning from it can be painful. Repentance isn’t easy, but it is worth it. Why? Because it leads to refreshing in the presence of the Lord. In a worn-out world, the gospel isn’t easy news, but it really is good news. Do you need refreshing in your life? If so, start by considering what areas of your life require repentance today.
Day 5: Verses 22-26
We live in an individualistic culture. And while God works in the lives of individuals, the Bible is clear that He also works in the lives of families. This passage shows that God sent his Son to bless families through the gospel. You might not preach to the masses like Peter, but God has put you in position to show Christ to your family. What does it look like for you to point your family toward repentance, faith, and faithfulness together?
Catechism Connection: WSC 14, 18, 20
In this chapter, Peter boldly states that the people had denied “the Holy and righteous One,” and he concludes by calling them to turn from wickedness. That call to repentance still applies to us today because everyone has fallen into a state of sin and we all actively choose to sin (WSC 14, 18). But there is hope! God delivers his people “out of their state of sin and misery and [brings] them into a state of salvation by a redeemer” (WSC 20). Turn to Him in faith. Our God overcomes sin! He is our Redeemer!
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