A Daily Devotion for Tuesday, February 3

Acts 1:1-5

In my former book, Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to do and to teach until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles he had chosen. After his suffering, he presented himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God. On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.”

Waiting is not easy. Especially when we are uncertain or fearful. The apostles had lived with Jesus, spent many hours (several years) with him. They knew Jesus would do what he promised. He had never let them down, and this was a promise worth waiting for. There are times when I feel like I am filling up with doubt. But even when I feel threatened to give up, God finds a way to reassure me of His promises and reminds me (in no uncertain terms) that in Him I can always find peace,

Lord God, my God, I am thankful beyond words. You have filled my heart with hope and peace. I know your promises are real and I am grateful. Amen

Becky, transforming