The end of the last entry might sound depressing to some… Yes, we know joy is Jesus is coming one day, but what about now? These scenarios in Acts answer our questions—Can we too know the joy of Jesus, even after He ‘went away’?
In the book of Acts, we see the disciples who carry on with the work of spreading His good news of salvation after He has returned to heaven. They have been given His great gift—the Holy Spirit—while He is ‘away’, as a guide and advocate. Here are some of their responses…
Barnabus rejoiced to see many “Gentiles” (those of other nations) putting their faith in Christ, and his joy encouraged them to even greater devotion (Acts 11:21-24)
The Gentiles rejoice that God has enabled those from other nations to receive His gospel of grace. (Acts 13:48)
The Jews mount a persecution against Paul and Barnabus, but they ‘shake it off’ and are filled with great joy. (Acts 13:51-52)
As Paul and Barnabus pass through Phoenecia and
The Philippian jailer rejoices greatly when Paul shares the gospel with him; he and his whole household believe. (Acts 16:27-34)
What are the kinds of things they got excited about? How about you?
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