Reflection
We have seen in previous days how the religious authorities were in a fankle about the apostles’ witness to Jesus.
In contrast to those who wanted Peter and John killed, one stood out: Gamaliel. Holding a senior position (he may even have been president of the Sanhedrin), Gamaliel (Hebrew “reward of God”) was a highly respected teacher of the law; indeed he taught Paul, known before his Damscene conversion as Saul (Acts 22:3).
He reminds the others about other rebellious leaders, both of whom had amassed followers who faded away after these leaders were killed.
He warns them that if this Jesus movement is only human, then it will fail; if it is from God, they will not be able to fight it – indeed, they may end up fighting God.
The rest of the Sanhedrin, seeing his wisdom, order Peter and John not to speak about Jesus.
So naturally, the disciples were always to be found in the temple and elsewhere teaching about Jesus.
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Pray for wisdom, for courage and a sturdy faith.
Pray for those who bring light into others’ lives.
Pray for us all.
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