If we removed all reports of evangelistic activity from the book of Acts, what exciting and encouraging information would we miss that is provided in the following verses? Acts 5:14; 8:4, 12; 11:21; 14:21.

When we read the book of Acts the reports have a significant impact on the stories. The book of Acts can rightfully be called Acts of the Holy Spirit rather than Acts of the Apostles. We see throughout the book manifestations of the power of the Holy Spirit and the results that it produces. The reports in the book of acts helps us to see clearly the work that God was doing in and through the the early Church.

It is, of course, encouraging when we hear stories of successful evangelistic efforts. How do we respond, however, when things don't go so well, when our plans seem to fail, when our efforts appear to do no good at all? What should our response be? Discuss your answer in class on Sabbath.

When we look at evangelistic efforts which were not effective we often times try to sweep it under the rug. When things do not go as planned we must look at what went wrong with our plans. Even when things do not go right we must still report. I believe that that feedback from the community of faith will help us to develop better plans moving forward in the future. I have never thought about how important reporting is but I am beginning to see the importance of reporting.

Prayer: Thank you Lord God Almighty for all the wonderful things that you have done through us. Help us to report the good things and the bad. Help us all to do better. In Jesus name Amen.