The Miracle No-one Wants

I’ll invite you to open your bible with me to Acts Chapter 5. Chapter 5 is such an interesting chapter to me in that many times when talking to people about the Bible they see the Bible like its two different books with two different God’s. They see the Old Testament as the law and the New Testament all about grace. They see the God of the Old Testament as being legalistic and harsh and the God of the New Testament as kind and gracious not realizing that the God of the Old and the New Testament are one and the same. Here in Acts chapter 5 we see the judgment of God being poured out on a husband and wife after Jesus has gone to the Cross and died for our sins and who has been resurrected on the third day just as He said for our justification. Keep in mind this is in the New Testament and not the Old Testament. So, why such a harsh response by the Holy Spirit to what might appear to be not that big of a deal? ----------------- Thank you for listening to the Calvary Chapel Bakersfield podcast! We are a community of believers located in Bakersfield, California, dedicated to following Jesus Christ and spreading his message of love and salvation. Our church offers multiple services throughout the week to accommodate busy schedules. Join us on Sundays at 8:30 am or 10:30 am (Children and Youth services provided during our 10:30 am service). We also have a midweek service on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm where we gather together to study God's word and fellowship with one another, youth and children ministry provided as well! Whether you are new to the faith or a long-time believer, we invite you to come and worship with us. You can find us at 6501 Schirra Ct, Bakersfield, CA 93313. If you're unable to attend in person, you can follow along with our services on Facebook and YouTube or visit our website at ccbakersfield.com. Join us as we seek to grow closer to God and share his message of hope with our community. Thank you for listening to the Calvary Chapel Bakersfield podcast.