How Do You Hear From God? | Acts 1:12-26 | Chapel Hill Church Gig Harbor

How Do You Hear From God? | Acts 1:12-26 | Chapel Hill Church Gig Harbor

🕊️📖 Following Jesus’ ascension, the apostles returned to Jerusalem and gathered in the upper room. They prepared for Pentecost and awaited the promised Holy Spirit. The absence of Judas raised the need for a replacement. Peter emphasized the importance of Scripture, showing it as authored by both humans and the Holy Spirit. He quoted Psalms regarding Judas, highlighting Scripture’s fulfillment. The apostles then used everyday wisdom to establish criteria for Judas’ replacement, choosing someone who had been with Jesus from the beginning. They also sought advisory counsel and narrowed down two candidates, Joseph and Matthias. Unable to decide between them, they prayed and cast lots, revealing Matthias as the chosen one. This showed reliance on God’s sovereignty, even in seemingly trivial decisions. The apostles heard from God through Holy Scripture, everyday wisdom, advisory counsel, and revelatory signs. 📖🧠🤝🎲