Oops, I Forgot About Peter
JULY 13, 2026
Daily Reading—Neh. 4-6 / Acts 13:29-52
WHAT GOD HAS SAID:
Acts 12:13-15 And as Peter knocked at the door of the gate, a damsel came to hearken, named Rhoda. And when she knew Peter’s voice, she opened not the gate for gladness, but ran in, and told how Peter stood before the gate. And they said unto her, Thou art mad. But she constantly affirmed that it was even so. Then said they, It is his angel.
WHAT I HAVE SEEN:
Whenever I come to this passage of scripture, I am surprised at the lack of faith. Don’t misunderstand; I am not talking only of those in the story but also many Christians today as well. Here in this passage, many Christians gathered with the purpose of praying for Peter’s release and safety. When he’s standing at the door, they don’t believe it. Rhoda, someone who does believe it, was so excited by the answer to prayer that she ran to tell the others and forgot Peter at the gate.
Sometimes our prayers sound good as they cross our lips, but our hearts wonder, Can it possibly come true? When it does, we are so amazed by God’s answer that we forget about whom we prayed for. There should be a certain AWE in the mighty hand of God. Yet it should not surprise us; He really answers prayer.
WHAT WILL YOU DO:
What big prayer are you asking for today?
IF YOU ARE JOURNALING:
Ask yourself, what are MY THOUGHTS concerning this passage and today’s devotion?
Within this reading, do I find a CHALLENGE for my life?
What actions will I take today or this week to meet this CHALLENGE?
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