# Day 310

# Pentecost in Jerusalem

Part Two
Acts 2:12–39

Everyone was amazed and puzzled. They each heard their own language! “What does this mean?” some asked. Others sneered, “They’re drunk on new wine.”

Then Peter stood up. “People from Judea and all who live in Jerusalem, we’re not drunk. It’s only nine in the morning. Long ago, the prophet Joel wrote: ‘In the last days I’ll pour my Spirit on everyone. Then those who call on the Lord’s name will be saved.’

“Jesus of Nazareth did miracles among you, but in God’s plan, you killed him. This same Jesus God brought back from death. We have seen him. He’s now at God’s right hand. The Father has given Jesus the promise of the Holy Spirit.”

Peter’s words cut them to the heart. They asked, “What shall we do?”

“Everyone, turn from your sins, be forgiven, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ. You’ll be given the Holy Spirit as a gift. This promise is for you, your children, and all who are far away.” Three thousand people believed in Jesus that day.

Questions: What happens to those who call on the name of the Lord? What is the gift people get when they believe in Jesus?