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Acts 13:26-31, 38-39

26 Brothers, sons of the family of Abraham, and those among you who fear God, to us has been sent the message of this salvation. 27 For those who live in Jerusalem and their rulers, because they did not recognize Him nor understand the utterances of the prophets, which are read every Sabbath, fulfilled them by condemning Him. 28 And though they found in Him no guilt worthy of death, they asked Pilate to have Him executed. 29 And when they had carried out all that was written of Him, they took Him down from the tree and laid Him in a tomb. 30 But God raised Him from the dead, 31 and for many days he appeared to those who had come up with Him from Galilee to Jerusalem, who are now His witnesses to the people.… 38 Let it be known to you therefore, brothers, that through this man forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you, 39 and by Him everyone who believes is freed from everything from which you could not be freed by the law of Moses.

In light of this passage, consider these truths:

Day 1 Monday
The Power of the Promise (v. 26-27)
God’s salvation was promised long ago, yet many did not recognize it. How has God been working in your life, even when you didn’t see it?

Day 2 Tuesday
The Power of the Cross (v. 28-29)
Though Jesus was innocent, He was condemned and crucified. Why did He willingly endure this? What does His sacrifice mean for you today?

Day 3 Wednesday
The Power of the Resurrection (v. 30-31)
“But God raised Him from the dead.” How does this simple yet powerful truth change everything? How does Jesus’ resurrection impact your faith?

Day 4 Thursday
The Power of Forgiveness (v. 38)
Through Jesus, forgiveness of sins is proclaimed. Do you live as someone fully forgiven? How does His grace shape your life?

Day 5 Friday
The Power of Freedom (v. 39)
Through Jesus, we are justified in a way the law never could accomplish. What does it mean to be truly free in Him? Are you walking in that freedom?

Day 6 Saturday
The Power of the Witness (v. 31-32)
The resurrection was not a secret – many saw and testified. How are you a witness to Jesus today? Who in your life needs to hear about Him?