Day 276 Acts 10–12 Psalm 79

In Acts 10, a Roman officer named Cornelius loved God and prayed often. One day, an angel told him to send for Peter. At the same time, Peter had a vision showing that God’s love and message were for all people, not just one group. When Peter visited Cornelius’s house, the Holy Spirit filled everyone listening, Jew and Gentile alike. This was a huge moment in history, showing that God’s family is open to the whole world. It reminds us that His love crosses every boundary we can imagine.

In Acts 11, when Peter returned to Jerusalem, some believers questioned why he went to Gentiles. Peter explained how God had given the same Spirit to them, proving His welcome is for all. Meanwhile, in Antioch, a growing number of people believed, and Barnabas and Saul helped teach them. It was here that followers of Jesus were first called Christians. This shows us that living for Christ shapes our identity. We are known not by where we come from, but by the love of Jesus alive in us.

When Peter returned to Jerusalem, some believers questioned why he went to Gentiles. Peter explained how God had given the same Spirit to them, proving His welcome is for all. Meanwhile, in Antioch, a growing number of people believed, and Barnabas and Saul helped teach them. It was here that followers of Jesus were first called Christians. This shows us that living for Christ shapes our identity. We are known not by where we come from, but by the love of Jesus alive in us.

In Acts 12, Herod began to persecute the church, even putting James to death and arresting Peter. But while Peter was in prison, believers prayed constantly. An angel came in the night, opened the doors, and led Peter out to freedom. Later, Herod, who was proud and tried to take God’s glory for himself, suddenly died. The chapter closes with the Word of God spreading even more. It’s a reminder that while leaders may rise and fall, God’s purposes cannot be stopped.

Psalm 79 cries out in grief over destruction and enemies surrounding God’s people. Yet even in pain, the writer turns to God, asking Him to forgive and rescue. It teaches us that even when the world feels broken and heavy, we can still call on God as the One who restores.