“The whole assembly became silent as they listened to Barnabas and Paul telling about the miraculous signs and wonders God had done among the Gentiles through them.” Acts 15:12.
Peter had spoken decisively to the council assembled in Jerusalem on behalf of the Gentile followers of Jesus. Attention was then turned to Barnabas and Paul, who told numerous stories of what God had done among the Gentiles on their missionary trip. The whole assembly listened intently as Barnabas and Paul spoke.
There is something to the power of telling stories. Growing up, I remember hearing different stories of adventure and horror, as well as being involved in the story-making of my own life. So often in my Christian journey, I get wrapped up in the head-knowledge of my faith, and I don’t pay attention to the activity – the story – the experience – of my daily walk with the living God. I realize that it is not just about what I know; instead I need to marvel at God’s daily activity in my journey. For example, I have grown to love sitting outside at night, gazing at the stars, and marveling at God’s awesomeness. We have much to enjoy in the stories of God ‘miraculous signs and wonders’ that happen each day.
Questions to consider: What are the stories that are happening in your life? How is God interacting with you in your story? What stories do those around you have to share? Have you taken time to listen?
Prayer: Thank You, Father, for the stories of my life that You have written in me and through me. Please help me to be attentive to Your miraculous story in me and in those around me. Amen.
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