New Hope for Today
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New Hope for Today
Am I Standing in God's Way?
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When God begins to move, will we follow Him or stand in His way?
In Acts 11, Peter returns from the home of Cornelius and immediately faces questions from those who struggled to accept what God was doing. Their focus was not on changed lives, the work of the Holy Spirit, or the spread of the Gospel. Their concern was that God had worked outside the boundaries of their traditions.
Rather than responding with pride or defensiveness, Peter carefully explains how God had led him every step of the way. His conclusion was simple and powerful: if God was clearly at work, who was he to oppose Him?
This message challenges us to examine our own hearts. Are we allowing tradition, preference, comfort, or human reasoning to keep us from following God's direction? Are we celebrating what God is doing, even when it stretches us beyond what is familiar?
Join us as we discover the difference between standing in God's way and surrendering to His will. Learn how humility, obedience, and a willingness to follow God's leading can position us to be part of His work rather than a hindrance to it. This practical study from Acts 11 will challenge every believer to ask one life-changing question: Am I standing in God's way?