Lesson 2747

(Lesson 2747)(07-02-19) Acts 9:36-43
    “Now there was at Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: this woman was full of good works and almsdeeds which she did. And it came to pass in those days, that she was sick, and died: whom when they had washed, they laid her in an upper chamber. And forasmuch as Lydda was nigh to Joppa, and the disciples had heard that Peter was there, they sent unto him two men, desiring him that he would not delay to come to them. Then Peter arose and went with them. When he was come, they brought him into the upper chamber: and all the widows stood by him weeping, and shewing the coats and garments which Dorcas made, while she was with them. But Peter put them all forth, and kneeled down, and prayed; and turning him to the body said, Tabitha, arise. And she opened her eyes: and when she saw Peter, she sat up. And he gave her his hand, and lifted her up, and when he had called the saints and widows, presented her alive. And it was known throughout all Joppa; and many believed in the Lord. And it came to pass, that he tarried many days in Joppa with one Simon a tanner.”
 
 Today’s quote relates how Peter raised Tabitha, apparently a devout Christian woman, from the dead. I believe this is the only record wherein one of the apostles is said to have raised someone from the dead. The power of the Holy Spirit is truly awe inspiring. What an enormous blessing that all those who have enough faith could perform those same miracles. The reason we never of such miracles in modern times is because of a lack of sufficient faith.
    It is important to note that Peter, before he prayed over Tabitha, cleared the room so that he could offer up his prayer in private.~