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When We Come to Ourselves
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWhen Peter had come to himself, standing bewildered in the street after the angel departed, he overcame his amazement at his unexpected deliverance from prison. His mind, initially clouded by the suddenness of the miraculous escape, cleared as he realized he was no longer in chains but free under the night sky. He considered his situation, reasoning and analyzing what had just happened, understanding that he needed to act swiftly. Reflecting on the events, Peter decided to seek the brethren, choosing to go to the house of Mary, the mother of John Mark, where many were gathered praying. This moment of coming to himself marked a shift from a mechanical following of the angel to a state of personal responsibility, where he had to think and decide his next steps. In this experience, Peter embodies the blend of divine intervention and human action. The miraculous brought him to a point where his own capacity was sufficient, leaving him to use his mind and make decisions. Coming to oneself, as Peter did, signifies the transition from being overwhelmed by the supernatural to engaging one's faculties to contemplate and act. It is at this juncture that one grasps the significance of the miraculous, moving from a fog of astonishment to clarity, and taking responsibility for the path ahead. God empowers, but expects His people to reason and consider, using the gifts of mind and will to navigate life after divine intervention.
What True Repentance Is
Sermonette by Clyde FinkleaRepentance doesn't just involve the negative aspect of removing sin and bad actions but turning towards righteousness and willful good actions.
Lost and Found: The Power of Apologies and Forgiveness
Sermonette by Jared M. EllisForgiving, even when there is no apology, reflects the Father and Jesus Christ. The prodigal son is a story of the deep love we should have towards each other.