Anglican Daily Fountain 24th February 2022 | Nominated But Approved By God
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ANGLICAN DAILY FOUNTAIN DEVOTIONAL FOR 24 FEBRUARY 2022
TOPIC: NOMINATED BUT APPROVED BY GOD
TEXT: Acts 1:15-26
Anglican Daily Fountain 24th February 2022 | STUDY:
The fulfillment of a prophecy created a vacancy (v.16ff). Judas Iscariot lost his position and needed to be replaced. Only God knew who would fill that vacancy; the Apostles didn’t, but they knew who they could ask so they took the necessary steps to do so. Peter, the leader, reminded them of the prophecy and the vacuum it created. He called their attention to the need of the hour and directed their hearts as to how to make the right choice ..he must be from among us and must have been constant with us from the very beginning till now… (i.e., not a novice).
He must be one who has experienced Jesus and is willing and able to stand for Jesus and all He stood for…’ The people did their part- nomination (v.23) and still went back to God through prayers because He has the final say and He ‘alone knows every heart.’ Then they “voted'” and chose Matthias (vv. 24-26). How do we go about the choice of people who would occupy positions of leadership/service in our homes, churches and society? Do we involve God and follow due process or do we depend on what or who is involved?
Only God knows every heart indeed (Jer.17:9-10). 2023 election in Nigeria is around the corner. Let us involve God to help us choose the right leaders.
Prayer: Dear Lord, may you help us to make the right choices in leadership in all areas of life in Jesus Name. Amen.