Acts 5:12-16 . . . Through chaos and confusion, the apostles persevered. In the area of Jerusalem, many people, the humble poor, the sick, and those in need of spiritual new life, came to be healed and to have unclean spirits come out of them. Many of them became believers. And although some did not join them, they respected Peter and John. Peter and John drew a crowd wherever they went and it made the Sadducees and their high priest angry. Have you ever experienced someone’s anger when trying to tell them about Jesus Christ?

Being a God-fearing Christian is not always an easy job. But, when we become focused on a Gospel-centered ministry, two things happen: opposition and blessing. In order to be blessed by God’s word we have to humble ourselves. The Gospel saves us, heals us, and sets us free. We come to Jesus as a beggar. Sin, sickness, and demon possession are the devil’s power. But there is NO power that is greater than Jesus Christ. We all struggle with things of this world. Our lives may seem crazy “but God” is in control of everything. Jesus did not follow a “business model” to select his disciples. Four fishermen, a zealot, a tax collector, and a traitor were among his chosen apostles. They were not perfect, and neither are we. But God calls everyone to become a believer and a minister. We can all learn to care about other’s needs before we tell them about Jesus. LOVE comes FIRST. You are all saved by the Grace of God who sent His only Son that your sins would be forgiven and that you may know eternal life with Him.  The results of a gospel-centered ministry?  Yes, it may be a challenge, but it is a closer walk with Jesus.