Powerful Witness - Acts 4:32-35

"All the believers were of one heart and mind, and they felt that what they owned was not their own; they shared everything they had. And the apostles gave powerful witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and God's great favor was upon them all. There was no poverty among them, because people who owned land or houses sold them and brought the money to the apostles to give to others in need." Acts 4:32-35

What a great model for church today. Is it possible? Can it be? In today's world? Don't we as a church want, "God's great favor" to be with us all? He actually tells us how! What a beautiful picture of man's responsibility and God's provision. If we are honorable to him, he WILL take care of our needs. It's convicting as well. As much as I want this to be my attitude, it is not--my lack of faith and vision (maybe my selfishness?) are hurdles that many times are just too high.

Lord, like the apostles, I want to give powerful witness to the resurrection of Jesus; like the apostles, bless me with your power and courage.

Today's reading: Neh. 13; Mal. 1, 2; Acts 4