John,
This Pearl of the Day reminds me of what I felt while reading the Acts 15 council discussion yesterday morning. As we read, I could feel myself being drawn into the conversation of the council members while imagining that I was sitting among them feeling the tension and suspense.
When the main discussion was over, there was a brief heavy silence, a feeling of anticipation of what might happen next. Then, Peter stood up. My eyes filled with tears as Peter’s testimony was read, just as they are this moment as I type this. No one could dispute Peter’s testimony. It was his experience of what God did. I felt blessed to be among a long list of Gentiles that were born into God’s family, starting with the household of Cornelius.
My heart continued to be full of emotion as you read Paul’s final points taken from Ephesians. I am glad that you added that section. It was like I was hearing it for the first time.
We are truly blessed to know and believe the truth described in what you wrote. Thank you for all the work you put in to writing it. It makes me realize that what took place in Acts 15 was a major event.
Tom
