Persecution Leading to Proclamation - Acts 8:1b-25

Here we see Jesus working to bring the kingdom to Judea and Samaria according to his plan in 1:8. The key is in verse 4 - they ‘preached the word wherever they went’. Saul managed to spread a fire rather than put it out!

Samaria was a region between Jerusalem and Galilee and Jews normally had nothing to do with Samaritans (John 4:9) due to racial and religious prejudices. What does their acceptance of the gospel and the outpouring of the Spirit upon them demonstrate to the Christian Jews?

How can we preach the word like Philip?

1. After reading today’s passage, what’s one thing you can praise God for? What does it prompt you to ask Him for in prayer?

2. Dan & Rachel Djamaludin: Pray for the church’s response to sudden global cuts in refugee support. Ask for wisdom, compassion, and generosity.

3. Good News Week is coming. Pray for your 3!