Acts 5 on 10/14 | NT260 — Reading & Growing in Christ

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Ananias and Sapphira lied about their gift, pretending to give all while keeping some back. Peter said they had lied to the Holy Spirit; both fell dead, and great fear came on the whole church (vv. 1–11). God cares about truth and integrity inside His people.

God kept working: many were healed, and crowds honored the apostles (vv. 12–16). The Sadducees arrested them, but an angel opened the doors and told them to keep teaching in the temple (vv. 17–21). Even locked doors could not stop the gospel (vv. 22–26).

Before the council, Peter said, “We must obey God rather than men” and preached Jesus—crucified, raised, and exalted as Savior (vv. 29–32). Gamaliel advised caution (vv. 34–39). The apostles were beaten, yet rejoiced to suffer for Jesus and did not stop teaching—every day, in the temple and from house to house (vv. 40–42).

🌀 Reflection:
Ask: Where am I tempted to pretend (vv. 1–11) or to go quiet about Jesus (vv. 28–31)? Pray for honesty, holy fear, and courage to keep speaking and living the truth.

💬 Mission Challenge:
This week, take one bold step outward: offer to pray for someone who’s hurting, share a short Jesus story, or invite a friend to read Acts 5:29 with you—and pair it with practical help (a meal, a ride, or a small gift).