October 06, 2026 | The Movement - A Study in Acts by Byron McWilliams
Day 1: Be Prepared to Give an Answer
Reading: 1 Peter 3:15 -- Peter instructs believers to set Christ apart as Lord in their hearts and always be ready to explain the hope they possess to anyone who asks.
Devotional: Preparation is not merely an intellectual exercise -- it is an act of love. When we take time to understand what we believe and why we believe it, we honor both God and the people He places in our path. The apostle Paul walked into the synagogue in Antioch and was immediately invited to speak. He was ready. That readiness did not happen by accident. It was the fruit of a life saturated in Scripture, prayer, and conviction. Ask yourself today: if someone asked you why you follow Jesus, could you answer them clearly and without hesitation? Begin your preparation now, not when the moment arrives.
Reflection: Who in your life needs to hear what God has done for you?
Day 2: The Reality of Heaven and Hell
Reading: Revelation 20:15 -- John records that anyone whose name is not found written in the book of life is cast into the lake of fire.
Devotional: Eternity is not a comfortable subject, but it is an unavoidable one. The Bible presents two and only two destinations for every human soul. There is no middle ground, no second chance after death, and no alternative path. This truth should not paralyze us with fear but rather propel us with urgency. When we genuinely believe that the people around us are moving toward one of these two eternal realities, indifference becomes impossible. Let the weight of eternity motivate you today. The same God who prepared a place of unimaginable joy for those who believe also warns plainly of the consequences of rejection. Both truths demand a response.
Reflection: Does your daily life reflect a belief in the reality of eternity?
Day 3: The Power of the Gospel
Reading: Romans 1:16-17 -- Paul declares that he is not ashamed of the gospel because it is the very power of God that brings salvation to all who believe, and in it the righteousness of God is revealed.
Devotional: The gospel is not a suggestion, a philosophy, or a moral framework. It is the power of God. That word power carries the idea of explosive, transforming, unstoppable force. The same power that raised Jesus Christ from the dead is at work every time the gospel is proclaimed. This means that when you open your mouth to share your faith, you are not simply offering an opinion -- you are releasing divine power into someone's life. No sinner is too hardened. No heart is too far gone. No situation is beyond the reach of the gospel. Believe that today, and let that belief silence your fear.
Reflection: In what area of your life do you need to trust the power of the gospel more fully?
Day 4: The Work of the Holy Spirit in Salvation
Reading: John 3:5-8 -- Jesus tells Nicodemus that unless a person is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God, and that what is born of the Spirit is spirit.
Devotional: One of the most liberating truths about sharing your faith is this: you are not responsible for saving anyone. That work belongs entirely to the Holy Spirit. Your role is to be a faithful vessel through which the message flows. When a person hears the gospel and their heart is opened to receive it, that is the Spirit of God doing what only He can do -- bringing life where there was death. This means that when someone rejects the message, they are not rejecting you. And when someone receives it, the glory belongs to God alone. Go and share freely, trusting that the Spirit goes before you.
Reflection: How does understanding the Holy Spirit's role change the way you approach evangelism?
Day 5: Sharing Jesus With Confidence
Reading: Acts 4:11-12 -- Peter boldly declares before the rulers of Israel that salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.
Devotional: The message of Jesus Christ is not one option among many. It is the only answer for a world broken by sin, searching for peace, and desperate for hope. Paul walked into a synagogue full of people who needed that answer, and he gave it to them plainly, confidently, and without apology. He told them about a Savior who came from heaven, died on a cross, was buried, and rose again -- and he called them to respond. You carry that same message. The people in your neighborhood, your workplace, and your family need to hear it from you. Open your mouth. The Spirit will do the rest.
Reflection: Is there someone specific God is calling you to share the gospel with this week? What is holding you back?