Cut to the Heart: Hearing the Gospel for the First Time Again (Acts 2:37-38)

Today’s Bible Verse: “When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, ‘Brothers, what shall we do? Peter replied, ‘Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.’" — Acts 2:37-38 Acts 2:37 captures the moment the gospel truly landed in people’s hearts. After hearing Peter preach about Jesus, the crowd wasn’t merely informed—they were deeply convicted. The message pierced through distraction, pride, and routine, leading them to ask a life-changing question: “What shall we do?” This passage reminds us that the gospel is meant to move us, not just educate us. Sometimes we become so familiar with the story of Jesus that we stop feeling its weight and wonder. But when we hear it again with open hearts, it has the power to awaken conviction, repentance, and renewed faith. Have an idea for our newsletter? We want to hear from you! Take our survey below: Take Our Survey! Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe MEET YOUR HOST: Dr. Kyle Norman at https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/ The Reverend Dr. Kyle Norman is the Rector of St. Paul’s Cathedral, located in Kamloops BC, Canada. He holds a doctorate in Spiritual formation and is a sought-after writer, speaker, and retreat leader. His writing can be found at Christianity.com, crosswalk.com, ibelieve.com, Renovare Canada, and many others. Rev. Norman has 20 years of pastoral experience, and his ministry focuses on helping people overcome times of spiritual discouragement.Find more from Rev. Norman at revkylenorman.ca Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.