As we learn from Peter doing the work of God, let’s ask ourselves, “Am I doing the work of God?” It doesn’t have to match Peter’s exactly. Another question related to this can be, “Am I hindering the work of God?” This can also be happening. In our previous study we looked at Saul’s conversion and the impact it had on the church. While he goes to train, the focus is once again on Peter. We will see Him actively doing God’s work. Jesus told Peter that He would give him the keys of the kingdom (Matthew 16:19). This meant that Peter would be a key person in the establishment of Christ’s church. It was Peter who preached to the Jews at Pentecost in Acts 2 and who confirmed the Samaritans in Acts 8 as part of the church. In this passage we find him dealing with three specific people: Aeneas, Dorcas, and Cornelius. The latter is very significant because it deals for the first time with Gentiles receiving the gospel. After this the church will be established and Peter will no longer be the key figure in the book of Acts.
