Then Peter began to speak: “I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism but accepts from every nation the one who fears him and does what is right"- (Acts 10:34-35)
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God does not show favoritism. He directs His Word and sends His Spirit to people regardless of their origin, culture, wealth or life situation. Often also at people whom others would classify as unworthy of this grace. "For the Lord sees not as man sees" (1 Sam 16:7). He is the Lord of all and does not want the death and destruction of anyone but wants to bring everyone to Himself.
His Word and Spirit are also intended for us. Sometimes we may feel that we do not deserve it because of our sins, behaviours, thoughts, or life situation. Even if it seems to us that we are far from Him, He is our Lord and He addresses His Word of salvation to us too and wants to send us His Spirit.
The question is whether we are open to Him, just as the Gentiles that Peter came to were open. If we allow the Spirit to come to us, He will work in us. And when God works in us, it will also be visible to others. We ourselves can also become His witnesses.
Reflection on Acts 10:34-48 by Agata Wierzbowska
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