Read Acts 11:1–18. How did the leaders and members of the Jerusalem church respond to Peter's report of the work among the Gentiles? How could the principles revealed there prove important for us today?

In the beginning the Apostles overlooked the fact that God was working among the Gentiles. The Apostles were more concerned that Peter ate with Gentiles. The Torah forbids eating unclean food it did not forbid eating with Fentiles. A tradition developed indicating that eating with Gentiles was somehow wrong.

Peter shared a vision with the other Apostles showing how this tradition was not of God. When this was reported the people were filled with the Spirit, praised God Giving Him Glory. The Apostles recognized that God was working among the Gentiles. Reflecting on this story I see that we can learn a few lessons.

Peter was open to Gods criticizing of his tradition. The people praised God giving Him glory , and not taking the credit to themselves. When we go to work for God we must also be open to His leading, and point back to Him as the instigator of any success.

Prayer: Lord God Almighty , We thank you for the opportunity to work for you. Help us to be open to Your leading. Change our hearts and minds. May You be glorified in all we do. In Jesus name Amen.