July 14, 2026
Human obedience to God’s voice
Read: 2 Chronicles 27, 28; Psalm 13; Acts 10: 24-48
Scripture: Acts 10: 25 As Peter entered the house, Cornelius met him and fell at his feet in reverence. 26 But Peter made him get up. “Stand up,” he said, “I am only a man myself.” 27 While talking with him, Peter went inside and found a large gathering of people. 28 He said to them: “You are well aware that it is against our law for a Jew to associate with or visit a Gentile. But God has shown me that I should not call anyone impure or unclean. 29 So when I was sent for, I came without raising any objection. May I ask why you sent for me?”
Observation: Peter and Cornelius met in obedience to the vision and voice of God. Here, we learn three important lessons: Touching the feet of elders, teachers, and godmen is an age-old tradition in India. Usually, people who receive such honor would not stop others when they touch their feet. However, Peter immediately stopped Cornelius and said, “I am only a man myself.” As a servant of God, Peter was aware of who he was. He could have appreciated Cornelius for his humility. Instead, Peter humbled himself.
Secondly, Peter understood the meaning of the vision that God had shown him; he should not call anyone impure or unclean. It was not about eating prohibited food according to the law of Moses, as many Christians think. Nevertheless, it was about accepting all people without any partiality. A follower of Christ should not consider others as impure or unclean. God hates such inhuman practices. The Bible teaches us that “in humility value others above yourselves” (Phil.2:3).
Thirdly, we see Peter’s question concerning why Cornelius wanted to meet him. Peter had never met Cornelius before. In obedience to the voice of the Lord, without even asking any questions, Peter came to Cornelius’ house. How many questions we would have asked if we had been in Peter’s place! When the Lord told him to go without hesitation (v.20), he faithfully followed the Lord’s voice. When Cornelius answered him, Peter understood that God shows no favoritism and accepts all who come to him (v.34,35). As he preached the good news of Jesus Christ, along with Cornelius, all who heard his message received the Baptism of the Holy Spirit. Peter and Cornelius obeyed the Lord’s vision and voice without any hesitation or question. Do we obey God’s word without any objection?
Application: I should not seek self-glory when I go out for the Lord Jesus. I should humble myself and exalt Jesus. I should not show any partiality or favoritism in my life and ministry. When I obey Jesus, people get an opportunity to hear the Gospel and receive the Holy Spirit’s blessing.
Prayer: Lord Jesus, help me love all people with your love and without any partiality. Holy Spirit, strengthen me to obey the Word of God and live accordingly. Amen.
✍️: Arputharaj Samuel
📕: Quiet Time Companion
🗓️ Day – 195