FUEL For Your FAITH

We all seek moments that restore us — like laughing with friends after a stressful week. These brief respites help us recharge, but they are only shadows of a deeper, spiritual refreshment that God offers. In Acts 3, Peter speaks to a crowd and boldly declares that a true, lasting “time of refreshing” comes only through repentance and relationship with Jesus. Peter reminded them they had denied Christ. But instead of condemnation, he offered them the grace of restoration. No matter how far we’ve strayed or what sins we’ve committed, we are invited into God’s presence through repentance where we find spiritual renewal and joy. We often settle for shallow refreshment: distractions and pleasures— things that don’t truly satisfy our souls. But a life lived in right relationship with Jesus brings deep and abiding peace.   When we’re worn down, overwhelmed, or spiritually dry, God doesn’t scold — He invites us to come and drink from the living water that never runs dry. That invitat...

At the end of Acts 3 and 4, we see what happens when God’s power flows through willing vessels: God is glorified. The healed man, Peter, and the entire crowd point to Jesus. Even the religious leaders, who were hostile to the message, couldn’t deny what had happened.   Rev. David Morgan said it best: “The Lord would give us great things, if only He could trust us not to steal the glory.”   Many times, we pray for God to move, but are we prepared to give Him all the glory when He does?     Pride is subtle. It wants the credit and the applause. But real spiritual power flows through humility—people who say, “Not to us, O Lord, but to Your name be the glory.”   You were created to reflect God's greatness. Every answered prayer, every breakthrough, every moment of divine impact is a chance to lift His name higher.   Scripture: Psalms 115:1 - Not to us, O LORD, not to us, But to Your name give glory Because of Your lovingkindness, because of Your truth.   ...

The healed man didn’t just walk—he leapt, shouted, and praised God. Everyone who saw him recognized him as the beggar at the gate, and they were filled with awe. His healing turned into a public testimony that brought glory to God and opened the door for the gospel to be preached.   God’s power is never meant to end with us—it’s meant to point others to Him. When He works in our lives, whether through healing, provision, restoration, or transformation, the goal is not our comfort but His glory.   Peter seized the moment and proclaimed Jesus. He didn’t take credit. He didn’t bask in the attention. He redirected it all to Jesus. That’s what living testimonies do—they shine a spotlight on God.   Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9   - But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God's own possession, so that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.   Application: Share a story of how God...

The man at the gate expected money—but he got healing. God didn’t give him what he asked for; He gave him what he never dared to hope for. This is the power of expectancy in the kingdom of God.   We often come to God with low expectations. We pray without faith, we worship without hope, and we live without anticipation of His involvement. But Scripture is filled with examples of God responding to expectancy. Think of the woman who touched Jesus’ cloak, the centurion who believed Jesus could heal from a distance, or Martha, who believed in resurrection but limited it to “someday.”   Expectancy is faith in action. It’s spending time with God in prayer not because it’s routine, but because you believe something will happen. It’s coming to worship with an open heart, anticipating an encounter with God.   Peter and John looked at the crippled man intently. Something about that gaze sparked hope. In that moment, a seed of expectancy was planted—and God moved.   Don’t settl...

The man in Acts 3 sat at the entrance of the Temple—just steps from the place God’s presence dwelt. Yet, he remained broken for decades. This image is deeply symbolic. Many of us come close to the things of God—attending services, doing ministry, or reading devotionals—but still feel powerless in our daily lives. We’re near the activity, but far from the presence.   When Jesus died, the temple curtain tore from top to bottom, symbolizing that God no longer resides in a building but in His people. The power of God is now available to every believer, but it flows where God is truly present—and where hearts are truly surrendered. We must be surrendered to Him and live in daily dependence on the Holy Spirit. It’s not about performance—it’s about presence. It’s not about doing more, but abiding more.   Scripture: John 15:4-5 - "Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself unless it abides in the vine, so neither can you unless you abide in Me. "I am the v...

In the world we live in, power is often associated with dominance or control. But when we turn to the kingdom of God, we discover a radical redefinition of power—power not to impress, but to impact.   In Acts 3, Peter and John encounter a man who had been crippled since birth. He sat just outside the temple for years—so close to religious activity, yet far from experiencing true transformation.   But on this day, something changes. Peter speaks words that carry not human authority, but divine power: “In the name of Jesus Christ the Nazarene--walk!” (Acts 3:6). Immediately, strength fills the man’s legs and he begins to walk and praise God.   Today the Holy Spirit empowers us for ministry—so lives can be changed, souls can be healed, and God can be glorified.   God calls us to surrender our pride and embrace His strength. Are you living to impress others, or to impact lives with the power of Christ? Scripture: Acts 1:8 - But you will receive power when the Holy Spi...

The final verses of Acts 2 reveal a church full of energy, joy, and generosity. They didn’t just listen—they acted. They served, they gave, and they shared life. Their generosity wasn’t driven by guilt or obligation—it flowed from transformed hearts.   A healthy church is an active church. God has given each of us unique gifts to serve and build up the body.   Likewise, generosity was central to their identity. They gave freely—both materially and spiritually. They met needs, supported one another, and trusted that God would provide.   When we act in faith—through serving and giving—we join God in His work.   Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12 - And He gave some as apostles, and some as prophets, and some as evangelists, and some as pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of service, to the building up of the body of Christ.   Ephesians 2:10 - For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforeh...