The text on which I am preaching is from Chapter 9. It is about Peter's encounter with an Ethiopian eunuch who wants to learn from Peter about Scripture and then asks to be baptized. I paired it with an earlier story about Simon the magician who wants what Peter has to offer.
I'm not sure where I am going with this yet. Perhaps the focus is on seekers. Or maybe how to be on the look out for seekers. The Ethiopian eunuch sought answers from Peter, and Peter accommodated him. There is something to be said for recognizing that we do not know all the answers and asking for help. But, there is also something important both Simon and the Ethiopian wanted; something God has to offer people in our world with the church often acting to mediate that gift.
There are also important points made about reading and studying Scripture and the presence/power of the Holy Spirit.
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