Thursday 30 April, 2020
In this passage, the Jerusalem council recognised the issues that faced the Gentile believers in Antioch, Syria and Cilicia. This was regarding salvation and Jewish practices. The council took action by sending the letter with official representatives, to acknowledge the diverse cultural differences between them. However, the key agenda of this letter was to bring the Holy Spirit into the picture.
This demonstrates the unity that the Holy Spirit brings amongst humanity. Believers naturally have different views on things in life – but this verse reminds us to be unified by the Holy Spirit as we walk by faith. The council brought the unifying presence of the Holy Spirit into the discussion, which was crucial.
God, I thank You for the gift of Your Holy Spirit. Please fill me afresh today and help me to walk in Your leading.
Written by Ps. Laura Samperi
Yes great word thanks Laura.
The unity, not the practice, is of primary importance. This is still so important for the church today so that we can build each other and be effective witnesses. That is only by the Holy Spirit in our lives