Daily Devotion: The Acts of the Apostles - The Believers Pray for Boldness by J.E. Smith

Bible Reading: Acts 4:30-37 KJV 

Key Verse:  "And when they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were assembled together; and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spake the word of God with boldness." - Acts 4:31 KJV

After being threatened and warned not to speak in the name of Jesus, Peter and John return to the other believers. Instead of responding with fear or discouragement, the early church does something powerful: They pray. Not quietly or individually, but together, in unity. They lift their voices “with one accord,” recognizing God’s sovereignty over everything that has happened. Even the opposition they face is not outside of God’s control.

Daily Devotion: The Acts of the Apostles - Peter and John Before the Sanhedrin by J.E. Smith

Bible Reading: Acts 4:9-16 KJV 

Key Verse:  "Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved."
- Acts 4:12 KJV

As the message of Jesus spreads, opposition quickly follows. Peter and John are arrested and brought before the Sanhedrin, the same council that had condemned Jesus. The question they are asked is direct: “By what power, or by what name, have ye done this?” This moment could have been intimidating. These were powerful leaders, and the consequences could be severe. But something is different now.

Daily Devotion: The Acts of the Apostles - Peter Preaches in Solomon’s Porch by J.E. Smith

Bible Reading: Acts 3:17-24 KJV 

Key Verse:  "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 KJV

The miraculous healing at the temple draws a crowd—and Peter immediately recognizes an opportunity. But instead of drawing attention to himself, he points everything back to Jesus. “Why look ye so earnestly on us?” Peter makes it clear: this miracle was not by human power, but through faith in the name of Jesus Christ.

Daily Devotion: The Acts of the Apostles - Peter Heals a Lame Man by J.E. Smith

Bible Reading: Acts 3:1-8 KJV 

Key Verse:  "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."
- Acts 3:6 KJV

After Pentecost, the power of the Holy Spirit begins to move through the apostles in remarkable ways. One day, as Peter and John go to the temple to pray, they encounter a man who has never walked. Day after day, he has sat at the gate, asking for money hoping only for temporary help. But that day, he receives something far greater.

Daily Devotion: The Acts of the Apostles - The Day of Pentecost by J.E. Smith

Bible Reading: Acts 2:36-43 KJV 

Key Verse:  "Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost."
- Acts 2:38 KJV

The waiting is over. On the Day of Pentecost, everything changes. Suddenly, the sound of a rushing mighty wind fills the house. Tongues of fire appear, resting on each of the disciples. And just as Jesus promised, they are filled with the Holy Spirit. This is not a quiet moment, instead it is powerful, visible, and undeniable.

Daily Devotion: The Acts of the Apostles - The Promise of the Holy Spirit by J.E. Smith

Bible Reading: Acts 1:1-8 KJV 

Key Verse:  "But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth."
- Acts 1:8 KJV

As the book of Acts begins, we find the disciples in a season of waiting. Jesus has risen. He has appeared to them. He has given them their mission. But before they go out into the world, He gives them one crucial instruction: Wait. “Wait for the promise of the Father.”

Daily Devotion: The Life of Jesus - The Ascension of Jesus by J.E. Smith

Bible Reading: Acts 1:4-11 KJV

Key Verse:  "Which also said, Ye men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into heaven? this same Jesus, which is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as ye have seen him go into heaven." - Acts 1:11 KJV

After His resurrection and final teachings, Jesus leads His disciples to the Mount of Olives. There, He lifts His hands and blesses them as a final act of love and assurance. Then, before their eyes, He ascends into heaven. A cloud receives Him, and He is taken out of their sight.