New to the Space
New to the Space is a teaching and devotional series created for anyone who wants clarity around the foundations of faith. Whether you’re new to church, returning after time away, or have followed Jesus for years, this series creates space to slow down, ask honest questions, and build a strong understanding of what Christianity is really about.
Today's Devotion
Faith That Can Be Examined
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WEEK 6 DAY 3 — FAITH THAT CAN BE EXAMINED
Acts 2:22–32
Some people assume faith requires intellectual surrender. Acts 2 says otherwise.
When Peter stands to explain what happened, he does not say, “Just believe.”
He argues.
“Jesus of Nazareth, a man attested to you by God with mighty works… which you yourselves know.”
Peter appeals to public history.
Then he says,: “This Jesus God raised up, and of that we are all witnesses.”
Plural. Eyewitnesses. Christianity begins with claims that can be evaluated.
- Fulfilled prophecy.
- Public execution.
- Empty tomb.
- Living witnesses.
Faith is not the absence of thought. It is trust built on credible testimony.
C.S. Lewis wrote: “Christianity, if false, is of no importance. If true, it is of infinite importance.”
- The resurrection is the hinge. If it did not happen — we are wasting time.
- If it did — everything changes.
Few have rejected Christianity after examination — many without it?
NOTE: Many modern objections are inherited rather than investigated.
Acts 2 challenges both sentimentalism and cynicism. Peter does not manipulate emotion. He presents evidence.
Then he calls for response.
Your faith does not require intellectual dishonesty. It requires honest engagement.
And here’s the deeper concept to consider. If the resurrection is true, neutrality becomes an illusion.
- Because a risen Lord is not a private preference.
- He is sovereign reality.
Today, instead of vague belief, choose serious examination. It will literally change your approach to Jesus and how you live as a Christ follower!
Action Step:
Read Acts 2:22–36 carefully. Write down the logical structure of Peter’s argument. Notice how Scripture, history, and testimony converge. This is a good format for sharing your faith with non-believers.
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What This Is
New to the Space Devotionals are short reflections released after each Sunday sermon in the New to the Space series, created to help our church family slow down and process what God is teaching us.
Each day includes
- A short devotional
- Scripture focused prayer
- A simple action step
Designed to help you build consistency, not pressure. Depth, not noise.
James Armpriester Jr.
Pastor Jim is passionate about helping people find faith in Jesus and live fulfilling lives. He focuses on creating environments where transformation happens through discovering God’s truth, building life-giving relationships, and doing good works.