Acts Devotional Commentary [Acts 3:11-16] Peter Speaks in Solomon’s Portico

Temple Reconstruction at the Holy Land Exhibit

Peter Speaks in Solomon’s Portico Acts 3:11-16 11 While he clung to Peter and John, all the people, utterly astounded, ran together to them in the portico called Solomon’s. 12 And when Peter saw it he addressed the people: “Men of Israel, why do you wonder at this, or why do you stare at us, as though by our … Read more

Acts Devotional Commentary [Acts 3:1-10] The Lame Beggar Healed

St. Peter Healing the Crippled Beggar

The Lame Beggar Healed Acts 3:1-10 Now Peter and John were going up to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour. 2 And a man lame from birth was being carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple that is called the Beautiful Gate to ask alms of those entering the temple. 3 Seeing Peter and John about to … Read more

Acts Devotional Commentary [Acts 2:37-41] Peter’s Sermon at Pentecost

Peter’s Sermon at Pentecost Continued Acts 2:37-41 37 Now when they heard this they were cut to the heart, and said to Peter and the rest of the apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?” 38 And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the … Read more

Acts Devotional Commentary [Acts 2:21-36] Peter’s Sermon at Pentecost

Saint Peter Preaching on Pentecost, by Fra Angelico, 1433

Peter’s Sermon at Pentecost Cont’d Acts 2:22-36 22 “You that are Israelites, listen to what I have to say: Jesus of Nazareth, a man attested to you by God with deeds of power, wonders, and signs that God did through him among you, as you yourselves know— 23 this man, handed over to you according to the definite plan and … Read more

Acts Devotional Commentary [Acts 2:14-21] Peter’s Sermon at Pentecost

Charles Poërson, St. Peter Preaching in Jerusalem, 1642, Notre Dame

Peter’s Sermon at Pentecost Acts 2:14-21 14 But Peter, standing with the eleven, lifted up his voice and addressed them: “Men of Judea and all who dwell in Jerusalem, let this be known to you, and give ear to my words. 15 For these people are not drunk, as you suppose, since it is only the third hour of … Read more

Acts Devotional Commentary [Acts 2:1-13] The Coming of the Holy Spirit

Giotto di Bondone, Pentecost, 1320-25

The Coming of the Holy Spirit Acts 2:1-13 When the day of Pentecost arrived, they were all together in one place. 2 And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like a mighty rushing wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. 3 And divided tongues as of fire appeared to them and rested[on each one of them. 4 And they were … Read more