Times of Refreshing

Acts 3
Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted
out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the
Lord.     Acts 3:19


LET IT GLOW

The first summer after we got married, my husband and I picked tomatoes for
a job. After being in the hot sun, it was a relief to take the bucket of tomatoes
to the shed for emptying. The cool shade was a refreshing time which enabled
us to return to the task at hand.

Christians can have peace and refreshing times with the Lord while going
through trials here on earth, but it will soon be forever as we spend eternity
with our Lord Jesus. I find strength and encouragement from His Word and
Holy Spirit during times of prayer.

At the beginning of verse 19, Peter tells the people to repent and be
converted so their sins may be blotted out. That is the only way I can have
refreshment for my soul, getting forgiveness for my sins.


LET IT GROW

"And on the basis of faith in His name, it is the name of Jesus which has
strengthened this man whom you see and know; and the faith which comes
through Him has given him this perfect health in the presence of you all,"
says Acts 3:16. (NAS)

Peter and John were about to go into the temple when Peter saw a crippled
man, from birth, at the gate.
"Then Peter said, Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee:
In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk," in verse 6.

What happened? Immediately the man's feet and ankle bones received
strength, then he leaping up, stood, walked, entered the temple with them,
walking, and leaping, and praising God. What a joyous time for this man who
had never been able to walk before this.
Did Peter take credit for this miracle? No, he told them, " the God of our
fathers, hath glorified his Son Jesus." (verse 13)

Notice the names Peter gave Jesus-the Holy One, the Just, the Prince of life.
Not only is He holy, just, and life, but He is the All-Powerful God, which can
raise us up above our problems and cause us to leap for joy and praise Him.
Glory to Your Name, Lord Jesus.


LET IT GO

Seek a time of refreshment with the Lord, not only during trying times, but at
all times.

Go to God for encouragment and praise Him no matter what is going on in
my life.