Then Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said to them, “Rulers and elders of our people, 9are we being questioned today because we’ve done a good deed for a crippled man? 

So they called the apostles back in and commanded them never again to speak or teach in the name of Jesus.

Why were the nations so angry? Why did they waste their time with futile plans?26The kings of the earth prepared for battle; the rulers gathered together against the Lord and against his Messiah.

 “How could the two of you even think of conspiring to test the Spirit of the Lord like this? 

“We must obey God rather than any human authority.

“So my advice is, leave these men alone. Let them go. If they are planning and doing these things merely on their own, it will soon be overthrown. 39But if it is from God, you will not be able to overthrow them. You may even find yourselves fighting against God!”

Lord God my Father,

Use me, fill me with your spirit and wisdom. Give me courage to boldly do your will and not be quiet in the face of evil desire. Allow you Peace to rest well on me and others who believe and not waste my time on worthless discussion. Keep me from testing you but to simply be obedient to your Truth.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen