Rev. Enoch Thompson | June 14 2025 | Acts 10:27-33 KEY VERSE: “So I sent for you immediately, and it was good of you to come. Now we are all here in the presence of God to listen to everything the Lord has commanded you to tell us." Acts 10:33 (NIV)   MESSAGE:   I tend to like Cornelius. A man of character, respected by the Jewish people, approved by God, a very religious non-Christian. I love people like that. Additionally, Cornelius was a pragmatic and adventure-seeking personality (perhaps his military training contributed to this). Whether it was his nature or nurture, his adventurous spirit was carried into the exciting spiritual events that were happening around and with him at the centre. He was not only ready to interact with the angel who appeared to him, but he was willing to risk the possibility of being rejected when he sent his delegation to Joppa to fetch Peter. He was willing to risk being laughed at when he gathered his relatives and friends, in case Peter refused to come in response to his invitation.   In our key verse, Cornelius stresses that he sent for Peter” immediately” as a demonstration of his excitement. His further excitement is in the fact that Peter had done well to respond to his invitation, and he was expectant that God had deposited something in Peter that would be worth hearing.   Cornelius shows an attitude of prompt faith, infectious excitement, enterprising effort and expectant waiting for God’s continued engagement with us.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: What is it that excites you in your life? Where does the Word of God feature in what you do, and where do your energies go? Get excited about God and His plans for you and the whole world.   PRAYER: Lord, please help me be like Cornelius. Give me the excitement of a child and give me the thrill of following your Word and your Spirit. May I fall in love with you and all that you mean. For your dear Name’s sake, Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 165:   1 Samuel 29-30 - David Defeats the Amalekites DAILY word study: IMMEDIATELY The Greek word translated as “immediately” in Acts 10:33 is παραχρῆμα (parachrēma), which means “at once” or “without delay,” expressing swift and purposeful action. Cornelius didn’t pause. His excitement led to immediate action. The word parachrēma in Acts 10:33 shows urgency that came from deep conviction. When something truly matters to you, delay disappears. Cornelius responded to God’s move with speed and sincerity. Reflection: Spiritual growth often begins the moment we stop hesitating. Are you holding back, or have you already made a move?

Rev. Enoch Thompson | June 13 2025 | Acts 10:19-29  KEY VERSE: “The following day he arrived in Caesarea. Cornelius was expecting them and had called together his relatives and close friends." Acts 10:24 (NIV)   MESSAGE:   It appears that, as humans, we have a natural tendency to want to keep the good things of life to ourselves. Children have to be taught to share; otherwise, the default mode is often to keep their toys to themselves. While it is bad to hoard our material blessings from others who need our help to access those good things, it is a worse offence when we keep from other people the knowledge of God through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. We can learn a lot from Cornelius in Acts 10:24. In response to the exciting experience with the angel who appeared to him, in expectation that the messengers to Joppa will bring with them the man called Peter, and that this Peter will lead him to know things that will move his search for God to a higher plane that he had found, Cornelius invited his relatives and close friends to be part of this special meeting. We must be caring enough to share our knowledge of God with our relatives and friends. We have a duty to those close to us to invite them into the exciting relationship and walk with God in Christ.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Do you see the value of your Christian faith, and has your walk with Jesus been beneficial to you? Please share Christ with those who are dear and near to you.   PRAYER: Lord, thank you for the difference you make in my life. Please forgive me for not sharing this with others, especially my relatives and friends. Please help me to turn a new leaf and share the message of redemption with those around me. For your dear Name’s sake, Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 164:   1 Samuel 27-28 - David Lives with the Philistines; Saul and the Medium DAILY word study: EXPECTING The Greek word translated “expecting” in Acts 10:24 is προσδοκάω (prosdokáō), meaning “to wait for, look for, or anticipate.” It conveys a sense of active readiness and purposeful waiting. Cornelius looked forward to Peter’s arrival with focus and intention. He gathered people around him because he believed something important was coming. He created space in his home for others to encounter truth. Reflection: God honours a heart that prepares for His work. When you expect Him to speak, make room for others to experience it too. Expectation opens the way for shared encounters.

Rev. Enoch Thompson | June 12 2025 | Acts 10:19-29 KEY VERSE: “Then Peter invited the men into the house to be his guests. The next day Peter started out with them, and some of the brothers from Joppa went along." Acts 10:23 (NIV)   MESSAGE:   When we receive instructions from the Lord to do something in particular, like give a gift to someone, or share the Gospel with someone or visit someone or embark on a fast or go into ministry, what is important and impressive to God is the promptness with which we respond. Peter seemed to have grasped the notion that delayed or postponed obedience may be tantamount to disobedience, and he proceeded to obey the directive that was coming forcefully from God regarding the need to embrace the Gentiles as necessary beneficiaries of the Good News of salvation through Jesus Christ.   In verse 21, Peter offers himself readily to a Gentile delegation; “Peter went down and said to the men, ' I'm the one you're looking for. Why have you come ?"(NIV). In verse 23 (a), the Jewish Peter, acting in obedience to the divine vision, invited the Gentile delegation into the house where he was staying. In verse 23 (b), Peter travels in the company of Gentiles on a common mission to a common destination. In verse 25, Peter actually enters the house of a Gentile colonial officer and admits that he is only a man, like the Gentile Cornelius. See Peter in verse 27 engaged in a chat with Cornelius as they walk together into the Gentile house of Cornelius. And in verse 28, Peter, almost with an apology, tells his Gentile audience the reason for his new attitude: “ God has shown me that I should not call any man impure or unclean .” When the word from God comes to us, we must let it begin to affect us immediately and take immediate steps to obey it. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Have you heard anything from God in the past or recently? Be quick to respond to God in ready obedience.   PRAYER: Lord, I want to be like Peter in today’s text, quick to hear and ready to obey. Lord, keep me from postponing obedience to your word to me. For your dear Name’s sake, Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 163:   1 Samuel 26 - David Spares Saul Again DAILY word study: INVITED The Greek word translated “invited” here is eiskaleō (εἰσκαλέω), meaning “to call or summon in.” It combines eis (into) and kaleō (to call), emphasising intentional welcome and inclusion into one’s space. Peter didn’t merely tolerate the Gentile visitors; he welcomed them into fellowship. In Jewish culture, this was a radical act of acceptance. The word eiskaleō suggests a deliberate action, not a casual offer. Peter was obeying God’s voice by crossing cultural lines and extending hospitality. Reflection: When God brings people to your door, whether physically or through life situations, do you invite them in? Your invitation may be someone’s first experience of grace.

Rev. Enoch Thompson | June 11 2025 | Acts 10:9-20  KEY VERSE: “While Peter was still thinking about the vision, the Spirit said to him, "Simon, three men are looking for you. So get up and go downstairs. Do not hesitate to go with them, for I have sent them." Acts 10:19-20 (NIV)   MESSAGE:   God is constantly revealing to us things that we need to know, but which we are ignorant of, have forgotten, or have misunderstood. From a passage in the Bible, a sermon we hear, a dream that comes to us, through visions and trances, God is still speaking to His people. And we need to engage with whatever revelation God gives us so that we may receive clarity from the One who has spoken to us. Peter’s trance in Acts 10:11-16 was not shelved aside as a possible mental effect of his empty belly (for he was hungry and waiting for his food, v. 10). Peter engaged his mind and spirit to get to the bottom of the vision.   It was “ While Peter was wondering about the meaning of the vision ,” (Acts 10:17), that the messengers from Cornelius arrived at the gate of the house where he was. It was “¹⁹ While Peter was still thinking about the vision,” that “ the Spirit said to him, ‘Simon, three men are looking for you. ²⁰ So get up and go downstairs. Do not hesitate to go with them, for I have sent them.’  Acts 10:19-20 (NIV).   We need to engage with the Word of God by reading it, meditating on it, singing it, discussing it, and citing it in our conversations. While we do so, God will cause the Word to be mixed into our life situations and speak more insight into the Word and from the Word to us.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Make up your mind to engage the Word of God, and God will engage you with His wonderful blessings.   PRAYER: Lord, thank you for still speaking to hearts that are yearning to hear from you. I pray that I will not miss out on your communications, and that I will dwell on your Word and receive your interactions with me through it. For your dear Name’s sake, Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 162:   1 Samuel 25 - Abigail Intervenes DAILY word study : THINKING In Acts 10:19, the word translated as 'thinking' comes from the Greek verb διαενθυμέομαι (dienthumeomai), which means to ponder thoroughly, to reflect deeply, to consider inwardly. It’s more than a passing thought — it’s a form of serious mental engagement that wrestles with meaning. This word combines dia- (meaning 'through' or 'thoroughly') and enthuméomai (meaning 'to muse' or 'reflect'), suggesting a thoughtful process that cuts deep, rather than shallow speculation. Peter didn’t just experience a vision — he stayed with it. He gave it mental and spiritual space. That act of “thinking” became the platform for hearing the Spirit’s next instruction. Reflection: How often do you slow down and sit with what God is saying? Deep revelation often follows deep reflection.

Rev. Enoch Thompson | June 10 2025 | Acts 10:7-16 KEY VERSE: “The voice spoke to him a second time, "Do not call anything impure that God has made clean." Acts 10:15 (NIV) MESSAGE:   From tradition and cultural orientations, we call certain persons unworthy, undeserving, unimportant, and other terms of inferiority. Where this tagging originates from a religious perspective, it seems to stick the most. Gentiles were considered unworthy and unclean people by the Jews. A true and proper Jew would have nothing to do with Gentiles or even the half-breed Samaritans. However, the Gospel of the Kingdom was not intended solely for the Jewish people. The Jews were to be channels through which the Saviour would come, for the benefit of all humanity (Gen. 12:3). The Lord had a hard time getting His immediate Jewish followers to understand that the Kingdom was for all nations and to step out of their Jewish sense of superior worth. Reaching out to the Samaritan and Gentile arenas was a huge challenge for them. The trance of the sheet with all kinds of creatures that the Lord sent to Peter was a parable to awaken Peter to the merciful, generous heart of God to welcome the Gentiles into His family through faith in Jesus Christ and His finished work on the cross. God, by His sovereign power and His just decrees, calls what otherwise has been called unclean clean (e.g. Mark 7:19), and when He does so, the “unclean” must become clean.  We were unclean by sin, but through the blood of Jesus, we have been called saved, saints, children of God; praise the Lord!   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Do you recognise the change in your description before God because of the blood of Jesus Christ? You are not a sinner but a saint. Pray for grace to see other people the way God sees them and treat them as such.   PRAYER: Dear Lord, please forgive me when I still look at people in their status before they came to you. Help me please to embrace those you have embraced, and also to see myself the way you see me. For your dear Name’s sake, Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 161:   1 Samuel 24 — David Spares Saul DAILY word study: CLEAN The Greek word used in Acts 10:15 is katharizō, meaning to cleanse, to purify, or to declare clean. It is commonly used in ceremonial and moral contexts in the New Testament. Peter’s vision challenged a mindset shaped by ritual purity and national identity. The command “do not call anything impure that God has made clean” wasn’t just about food—it was about people. God was preparing Peter to embrace Gentiles as co-heirs in Christ. The same word katharizō is used when Jesus cleanses lepers (e.g., Matthew 8:3) and hearts (Hebrews 9:14), revealing the full reach of God’s restoring power. Reflection: What God has cleansed—whether a person or a past—must not be labelled otherwise. If God calls it clean, it's clean.

Rev. Enoch Thompson | June 9 2025 | Acts 10:1-8 KEY VERSE: “⁴The angel answered, 'Your prayers and gifts to the poor have come up as a memorial offering before God. ⁵ Now send men to Joppa to bring back a man named Simon who is called Peter." Acts 10:4-5 (NIV)   MESSAGE:   All religions prescribe acts of kindness and promote pious acts of prayer, fasting, meditation and sacrifices of differing kinds. In the case of Cornelius, it was noted about him, “ He and all his family were devout and God-fearing; he gave generously to those in need and prayed to God regularly.”  Acts 10:2 (NIV). Not only could this be said about Cornelius and his family, but God Himself, through the angel, confirmed that “ Your prayers and gifts to the poor have come up as a memorial offering before God. ” Acts 10:4 (NIV). Certainly, if anyone could be said to be pleasing God, then and now, Centurion Cornelius was one of such.   But the text does not stop at the impressive religious nature of Cornelius. God acknowledged the efforts of Cornelius and commended him, only to insist that good deeds that seem so pleasing were not enough to please God and achieve the salvation of the souls of people. This is so since “ All of us have become like one who is unclean, and all our righteous acts are like filthy rags; we all shrivel up like a leaf, and like the wind our sins sweep us away ” Isa 64:6 (NIV). Cornelius was to send for Peter, who, as we shall later see in the chapter, would tell Cornelius and his very religious family, relatives, and friends the Good News about the death and resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth, and the free salvation available to all who believe in Him (Acts 10:39-43). Good deeds are good, but good deeds without Jesus cannot save the soul of anyone!   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Have you accepted the death of the Lord Jesus Christ on the cross as an act that was done to make you acceptable before God? You need to, so that your good works will begin to count for eternity.   PRAYER: Dear God in Heaven, I declare that my good works of piety cannot save my eternal soul. I embrace the death of the Lord Jesus Christ as my only basis of receiving acceptance before you. Please help me share this truth with others, including even the most devout people who do not know Jesus. For His dear Name’s sake, Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 160:   1 Samuel 23 - David Saves Keilah   DAILY word study: MEMORIAL OFFERING The term “memorial offering” in Acts 10:4 comes from the Greek word μνημόσυνον (mnēmosynon), which means a remembrance, a memorial, or a record. It conveys the idea of something that causes one to be remembered, especially in the sight of God. Cornelius’ prayers and almsgiving were described as a mnēmosynon—not just good deeds but acts that drew divine attention. His giving and devotion didn’t earn him salvation, but they stood as a testimony before God, prompting divine engagement. This reflects how God remembers even the unseen offerings of the heart when they are done sincerely. But the story also makes clear: remembrance isn’t the same as redemption. Acts of piety are not substitutes for the gospel of grace. Reflection: Are your spiritual actions done to be remembered by others, or by God? And if God remembers them, are you responding to what He asks beyond devotion, like faith in Jesus?

Rev. O.K. Nkrahene | June 8 2025 | Acts 10:1-8  KEY VERSE: “And now send men to Joppa and bring one Simon, who is called Peter. 6 He is lodging with one Simon, a tanner, whose house is by the sea " Acts 10:5-6 (ESV)   MESSAGE:   Our reflection today is about the Sovereign God and how closely He interacts with us. He knows everything about His creation - our names and when two people bear the same name, how to differentiate them. He knows where we stay and what we do for a living. Our religious activities are also on His radar.   Again, in the execution of His purposes, God appears very strategic. He uses Stephen's persecution to get His people out of Jerusalem, and when Philip is in Samaria, he uses the proximity to get to the Ethiopian Eunuch.   In Acts 10, God utilises the relative proximity of Caesarea and Joppa to use Peter to reach Cornelius, approximately thirty-one miles (50 kilometres) away. That also gives the picture of one assignment dovetailing into another.   Finally, God's authority is not mistaken by the hearer, hence the word "Lord.”   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: That God knows us and our movements should be reassuring if we're living right. If we are not, then it should be clear that we cannot pull a fast one over God.   PRAYER: Lord Jesus, please help me to be strategic in ministry to achieve maximum results. For your dear Name’s sake, Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 159:   1 Samuel 21-22 — David Flees; Saul Slaughters the Priests DAILY word study: BRING The Greek word used for bring in Acts 10:5 is metapempō ( μεταπέμπω ), which means “to send after” or “to summon.” It carries a deliberate sense of action, sending with the intent of bringing someone purposefully into a situation. In this context, the instruction to bring Peter shows that God was not only aware of Peter’s location and associations but was actively guiding Cornelius to seek him out for a divine appointment. It wasn’t a suggestion—it was a command aligned with God’s larger redemptive plan. God orchestrates divine connections. When He says “bring,” it’s because the person being summoned has been prepared. The one being sent is not random—God is always intentional with His messengers. Reflection: What or who is God asking you to “bring” into your life right now to fulfil a purpose bigger than you?

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | June 7 2025 | Acts 9:42-43 KEY VERSE: “Peter stayed in Joppa for some time with a tanner named Simon." Acts 9:43 (NIV)   MESSAGE:   To be settled in unfamiliar territory and among people who are, by Jewish standards, considered unclean, knowing the consequences, can be classified as absolute obedience to God rather than man. This is very difficult to do in most cases because our human mind is limited in its ability to understand the future. This is precisely what Peter chose to do. Through this act of obedience, God was preparing Peter’s heart for an even greater mission, which was to unfold in the next few days ahead of him. His obedience to stay in an unfamiliar and uncomfortable situation became a foundation for greater breakthroughs in the gospel ministry.   Obedience to God’s call also sometimes requires us to step outside our place of comfort. A place where we will, of necessity, have to depend on God for direction and survival. We may be asked to associate with people or situations that challenge our preconceived notions. But when we follow God’s lead, we become instruments of His work in the world. But we must remember to follow His instructions absolutely and in obedience. Because where grace has not sent you, grace will not sustain you.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: What have you heard God say to you concerning an assignment? If you are sure it is God's voice, then act in obedience and follow the instructions. God is with you all the way. Pray for the courage to obey God’s call.   PRAYER: Lord, help me to follow Your promptings, even when they lead me to uncomfortable places. Use me to further Your kingdom and to share Your love with all people.” In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 158:   1 Samuel 20 — Jonathan Protects David DAILY word study : TANNER The Greek word translated as tanner in Acts 9:43 is βυρσεύς (burséus), meaning a person who processes animal hides into leather. This profession, though practical, was considered ceremonially unclean in Jewish society due to frequent contact with dead animals (see Leviticus 11:39-40). By choosing to stay with a burséus, Peter began crossing traditional boundaries of religious purity. This seemingly small act of obedience positioned him for the greater calling in Acts 10—to take the gospel to Gentiles like Cornelius. Peter’s willingness to stay in a socially uncomfortable place revealed a heart open to God’s greater plan. Reflection: Where is God calling you to remain, even if it’s uncomfortable? Don’t run from where He’s working through your presence.

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | June 6 2025 | Acts 9:42-43 KEY VERSE: “Peter stayed in Joppa for some time with a tanner named Simon." Acts 9:43 (NIV)   MESSAGE:   Peter’s time in Joppa was marked by his willingness to stay among people considered unclean by Jewish standards. This act of faith and openness laid the groundwork for the gospel to reach the Gentiles, beginning with Cornelius in the next chapter. Peter’s willingness to obey God, even in uncomfortable circumstances, led to a significant expansion of the church.   Faith often calls us to step out of our comfort zones. When we trust God and follow His leading, He opens doors to new opportunities for ministry and growth. Like Peter, we must be willing to embrace the unexpected for the sake of the gospel.   There is nothing that qualifies us to step out for God in faith but the grace of God. However, often we try to rely on our knowledge and strength to achieve success in doing the things God has asked us to do. When His grace sends you, the same grace will open the doors before you.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Pray for boldness to step out in faith. Leave your comfort zone and see how God opens doors before you. God is waiting for your step of faith to partner with you.   PRAYER: Lord, help me to trust You when You call me to step into the unknown. Use my obedience to open doors for Your kingdom and bring others to know You. Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 157:   1 Samuel 19 - Saul Tries to Kill David DAILY   word study:   STAY The word stay in Acts 9:43 is translated from the Greek epimenō, meaning “to remain,” “to continue,” or “to dwell.” It carries the idea of intentional, ongoing presence—not by accident, but by choice and conviction. Peter’s decision to stay with Simon the tanner wasn’t passive. It was a faith-filled act of obedience that broke cultural norms. It created space for the next chapter of God’s plan—the gospel reaching Cornelius and the Gentiles. Sometimes, staying where God has placed you is the very act that opens doors for others to believe. Reflection:   Where is God calling you to remain, even if it’s uncomfortable? Don’t run from where He’s working through your presence.

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | June 5 2025 | Acts 9:42-43 KEY VERSE: “This became known all over Joppa, and many people believed in the Lord." Acts 9:42 (NIV)   MESSAGE:   Peter's ministry in Joppa marked a significant point in addressing cultural and religious differences, as it involved outreach to the Gentiles, whom many Jews perceived as not being part of God's plan of salvation.    The miracle of Tabitha being brought back to life was a powerful testimony that caused many to believe in the Lord. Additionally, it facilitated the acceptance of the gospel among the Gentiles, demonstrating that God’s grace is inclusive and accessible to all.   The gospel message breaks down the barriers of race, culture, and tradition, inviting all people into God’s family. The people of Joppa also believed in the gospel as was preached and demonstrated in love by Saul. As believers, we are called to embrace the inclusive nature of God's love and share the good news with everyone, regardless of their background.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Ask God to help you embrace His heart for all people. Make the effort to reach as many as you can for the kingdom of God, no matter the gender, race, culture or tradition.   PRAYER: Lord, help me to see others through Your eyes and to share Your love with all, breaking down the barriers that separate us from one another and You. Amen THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 156:   1 Samuel 18 — David and Saul’s Jealousy DAILY word study : BELIEVED The word “believed” in Acts 9:42 comes from the Greek pisteuō, meaning “to have faith in,” “to trust,” or “to place confidence in.” It implies a firm commitment, not just mental agreement, but heart-level trust and allegiance. When the people in Joppa saw the miracle of Tabitha’s return to life, they didn’t just marvel—they believed. This belief wasn’t a passive reaction. It was a turning point, a commitment to the Lord. True belief moves beyond amazement—it leads to surrender, trust, and transformation. Reflection: Are you simply impressed by what God does, or have you fully believed? Faith begins when the heart responds to what the eyes have seen.

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | June 4 2025 | Acts 9:40-41 KEY VERSE: “Peter sent them all out of the room; then he got down on his knees and prayed. Turning toward the dead woman, he said, ‘Tabitha, get up.’ She opened her eyes, and seeing Peter, she sat up." Acts 9:40 (NIV)   MESSAGE:   Tabitha’s resurrection was a powerful demonstration of the life-giving power of Christ. Her physical revival was not just a miracle but also a symbol of the new life we receive through Jesus. Tabitha’s acts of kindness and charity were recognised by God, and her resurrection became a witness to those around her.   In Christ, we are also resurrected to new life. Our old selves, dead in sin, are made alive through Jesus. Just as Tabitha’s resurrection inspired faith in the people of Joppa, our transformation in Christ serves as a testimony of God’s power to bring life from death.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Reflect on your new life in Christ. Are you living the new life, or are you still trapped in your old ways? Determine to live in the newness of life that Christ gives by His death and resurrection.   PRAYER: Lord, thank You for the new life You’ve given me. Help me to live in a way that reflects Your resurrection power and draws others to You. For your dear name’s sake. Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 155:   1 Samuel 17 - David and Goliath DAILY word stud y: GET-UP The phrase “get up” in Acts 9:40 comes from the Greek anistēmi, meaning “to rise,” “stand,” or “be raised.” It is often used in the New Testament to refer to both physical and spiritual resurrection. When Peter told Tabitha, “Get up,” he wasn’t offering advice—he was speaking life by faith. Anistēmi isn’t just about movement; it’s about being restored and positioned again. It’s the same word used when Jesus raised people from the dead and when He Himself rose. It’s a resurrection word. Reflection: Has God called you to get up from something—sin, fear, defeat? If He says “get up,” then grace is present to rise.

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | June 3 2025 | Acts 9:36-40 KEY VERSE: “Peter sent them all out of the room; then he got down on his knees and prayed. Turning toward the dead woman, he said, ‘Tabitha, get up.’ She opened her eyes, and seeing Peter, she sat up." Acts 9:40 (NIV)   MESSAGE:   Tabitha, known for her acts of kindness and charity, fell ill and died. But through Peter’s faith and prayer, she was raised from the dead. This miracle not only restored her but also strengthened the faith of the believers and brought many to Christ in Joppa.   Tabitha’s story reminds us of God’s compassion and power. He cares deeply about our lives and uses even the most difficult situations for His glory. When we place our trust in Him, we open the door for miracles that can impact not just our lives but the lives of those around us.   In times of difficulty, the disciples turned to Peter, trusting God to work a miracle through him. As a result of their turning to God, Dorcas came back to life.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Where and who do you turn to in challenging times? Trust God with your challenges today.   PRAYER: Lord, thank You for Your compassion and power. Help me to trust You in every situation and to be a witness to Your love and grace. Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 154:   1 Samuel 16 - David Anointed; Saul Tormented DAILY word study: DEAD The Greek word translated as “dead” in Acts 9:40 is nekros, meaning “a corpse” or “lifeless.” It describes someone without physical life, but it's also used figuratively for spiritual death or powerlessness. Tabitha was truly dead - nekros - yet Peter, in faith, turned to her and called her back to life. God’s authority over death is total. This moment wasn’t just about power - it was about compassion. Jesus had raised the dead. Now Peter, through the Spirit, continues that work. Every resurrection points to the ultimate hope we have in Christ. Reflection: What area of your life feels dead? Relationships? Purpose? Faith? God can breathe life into what you’ve already written off.