From the start at Antioch, the message about the Lord Jesus was taken to Greeks and the Lord's hand was with them. As a result, there were a great number turning to the Lord. This clear comment is linked with the comment that He was adding great numbers to those who believed.
The stages of the church there were:
Believers going to Antioch
Believers proclaiming the gospel in Antioch
Antiochians believing in great numbers
Barnabas saw that the Lord's hand was on Antioch & saw the potential of Saul, so took him there to make the most of the opportunity. We ought to look for opportunities to encourage & develop young Christians also.
The Antiochian church sees it as natural to help the church in Judea - we ought also to look for opportunity to develop partnerships with those who are needy.
Herod's life abruptly ends because he did not praise God. He had no place for God in his life, which ultimately led to his downfall. We ought to look for ways we can be praising God in our lives. Cf 1Cor 10:31
Prayer was the church's weapon for Peter - it was earnest (& presumably persistent), despite apparent human obstacles, it led to a Divine answer. Cf 2 Cor 1:8-11
Exodus 1-2
The Israelites are clearly groaning about their circumstances, but Moses' parents are living in faith. They trust in God despite the situation seeng hopeless.
Moses was prepared for his work with royal privilege, parental upbringing and leadership opportunities. God knows best and has a perfect plan. Cf Acts 7:20-29
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