Faith without religion.
Acts and the Archegos: Humility, Transition, and Eternal Life
At CAMPUS, we gather every Sunday to delve deeply into the Word of God, exploring scripture verse by verse. Our morning session, known as Milk, currently focuses on the Book of Acts, while our afternoon Meat service has covered books like Romans, Hebrews, James, and 1st Peter. The distinction between these gatherings lies primarily in the biblical texts we study, rather than the approach or depth.
Our worship includes prayer and music, with today’s songs being “If You Live” from Romans 8:13 and “Crown of Life” from James 1:12. These verses remind us of the spiritual life we gain by living according to the Spirit and the promise of the crown of life for those who endure temptation.
In Acts 3, we witness Peter addressing a crowd amazed by the healing of a man born lame. Peter redirects their awe from himself and John to God, emphasizing that the miracle was not by their power or holiness but by the glorification of Jesus, whom they had denied and delivered to death. This passage highlights the irony of humanity’s role in the death of the “Prince of Life,” a profound reminder of our need for humility and contrition before God.
Peter’s message underscores the transition from the old covenant to the new, where true Israel is found in the hearts of those who seek God in spirit and truth. As we reflect on these teachings, we are called to embrace the life offered through Christ, the Archegos of life, and to follow Him, even unto our own deaths to self, in the pursuit of eternal life.
