Acts 3:12
12When Peter saw it, he addressed the people, ‘You Israelites,* why do you wonder at this, or why do you stare at us, as though by our own power or piety we had made him walk?
Peter has healed a man in the verses previously, and those surrounding them are surprised. Peter addresses them, going on to indict them for the crucifixion of Jesus. But this verse gives credence to a power that is not their own, but from God.
Do we attribute our accomplishments to ourselves, or do we recognize that our power comes from God? Perhaps you don't think that you've made someone walk, but your words, your caring, your love and attention have given life to those around you when God speaks through you. These are not our words, but God's, not our power, but God's.
Peace,
Pastor Jenn
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