S – So in the present case, I tell you, stay away from these men and leave them alone. For if this plan or this work is of human origin, it will fail; ³⁹ but if it is of God, you will not be able to overthrow them. You may even be found fighting against God.” They were persuaded by him.

Acts 5:38–39 CSB

O – Commentary:

Here is the conclusion and main thrust of Gamaliel’s speech. Seeing what would come of this movement would tell them if it were of human origin or from God. Interestingly this speech was, in one sense, an apologetic for the church of Jesus Christ given by a representative of the church’s enemies: to try to stop God’s work would be like fighting against God!

“Acts,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures

A – There are many ways to share the gospel.  That is why there are so many churches.  Different theologies produce different denominations.  The foundation must be that Jesus is the son of God, came in the form of a man, was crucified, and resurrected to sit on the right hand of the father.  The Bible is the inherent Word of God. When we differ on other aspects of the gospel, we need to be careful.  

R – Heavenly Father, we honor you above all.  Thank you for your love for us that meets us where we are at today.  We are grateful for all that Jesus did for us.  We invite your Holy Spirit to lead us in our thoughts, words and actions today.