Julie
The apostles are still preaching to the people and baptizing those that become believers. They are still experiencing persecution from those that don't believe. However, there is Saul who is persecuting them who Jesus calls to him and he becomes a believer. One of the things that I find interesting in this reading is where they talk about those that have been baptized, but not in the Holy Spirit until Paul and John lay hands on them. It also tells a story of the eunuch that is baptized in water on the side of the road. There are so many rituals and interpretations that people have taken from these stories that it is sometimes hard to know what it all means. This chapter could be a good indication that we just need to make sure that we are following the Word of God and to find someone who preaches specifically that and not the ideals and rituals of the church.
The voice of the Lord is over everything. He speaks things into existence and makes things happen with his words.
Michelle
I think that is a good point, about following the word of God verses those that preach rituals. I think people get caught up in traditions and rituals. It makes them feel safe. Instead we should be focused on the word of God and all that comes with it.
This psalm speaks about the Lord's voice over everything. If we remember that his voice is what spoke us all into existence, then this makes sense.
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