Charter Members of the Philippian Church

Posted on Oct 23, 2024 in Devotions |

Introduction: A business lady and her family all became some of the first converts of Philippi. Quite an interesting variety, isn’t it? But that is the way Jesus Christ builds His Church—humble servants instead of proud Pharisees.

A closer investigation reveals this unique situation.

1. Lydia (Acts 16:13) – “And on the sabbath we went out of the city by a riverside, where prayer was wont to be made; and we sat down, and spake unto the women which resorted thither.”

Perhaps the prayer burden on the women’s hearts was really their concern for their families—more than likely. Or maybe it was the great spiritual needs in that city. At any rate, our Lord heard their cry. He led Paul and his mission team to their place of worship. Someone has rightfully stated that when God is up to a work, He puts His people to praying. Are you praying?

2. Lydia and her household (Acts 16:14, 15) – “And a certain woman named Lydia, a seller of purple, of the city of Thyatira, which worshipped God, heard us: whose heart the Lord opened, that she attended unto the things which were spoken of Paul. And when she was baptized, and her household, she besought us, saying, If ye have judged me to be faithful to the Lord, come into my house, and abide there. And she constrained us.”

Did you notice that first she heard the Word of God? And faith in Jesus was the result as God the Holy Spirit opened her heart. Plus, she was obedient in following through with her baptism along with her household. That is what you call “Household Salvation”! Have you been baptized after your true conversion?

Conclusion: Are you willing to obey the Lord’s prompting? Will you be led by His Spirit? Are you prepared to share Jesus with those who are searching? If so, we can expect to see “Great & Mighty Things” in numerous families—all for His Glory!

Love y’all,
Pastor Randy Reese