“Now there was at Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: this woman was full of good works and almsdeeds which she did. And it came to pass in those days, that she was sick, and died: whom when they had washed, they laid her in an upper chamber. And forasmuch as Lydda was nigh to Joppa, and the disciples had heard that Peter was there, they sent unto him two men, desiring him that he would not delay to come to them. Then Peter arose and went with them. When he was come, they brought him unto the upper chamber: and all the widows stood by him weeping, and showing the coats and garments which Dorcas made, while she was with them. But Peter put them all forth, and kneeled down, and prayed; and turning him to the body said, Tabitha, arise. And she opened her eyes: and when she saw Peter, she sat up. And he gave her his hand, and lifted her up, and when he had called the saints and widows, presented her alive. And it was known throughout all Joppa; and many believed in the Lord” (Acts 9:36-42).
Most of us are familiar with the story of Dorcas. By God’s grace and power, Peter was able to raise Dorcas from the dead. We may never be part of a scene like bringing someone back to life. However, we may be summoned to help someone in need. Will we know what to do? As we trust in the power of God to help us, He will equip us to do His will…just as He did Peter.
Sue Winchester
Missouri
PRAY TOGETHER: Pray for safe and glitch-free transmission of the 2014 WNAC Program and Plan Book scheduled to go to press today.
