Somebody Has to Open the Door
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Acts 12 shows a praying community receiving the answer at its own door. While the church intercedes for Peter, God releases him, and Rhoda recognizes his voice before others believe the miracle has arrived.
We are called to pray until the answer shows up, recognize what God is doing, and open the door when grace arrives. Community is revealed through faithful action, not only sincere words.
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