Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
PO BOX 1678
Janesville, WI 53547
—Acts 1:12-17, 21-26
by: Gem Barton.
The disciples and other followers of Jesus had gathered in the upper room where they were staying. Peter read what was prophesied about Judas and acknowledged that Judas was a counted as one of them. Peter stated that Judas should be replaced by one of the men who were following Jesus from the time of His baptism to the time He was crucified. Was that not a great witness, to be identified as one who follows Jesus steadfastly? The lots were cast, and Matthias was chosen to replace Judas. He had been there, following Jesus steadfastly throughout His ministry. Now he would continue to be there, as a witness to all Jesus had done.