This account of Peter’s escape in the book of Acts is supernatural. Peter is in prison, but there are people praying for him. This story gives evidence of the power of prayer. It is humorous that Rhoda, so surprised that their prayers had been answered (Peter had been released), left Peter just standing at the door because she could not believe that it was actually him! The people themselves, who were at that moment praying, were in disbelief.

• What is the significance of the word but in verse 5?

A good story can serve as great motivation. That is exactly what this account does. It shows that there truly is power in prayer. Peter was headed to his death, but God’s people were praying. Do you believe that the same power in their prayers is the same power you have in your own?

• Is there one thing that you wish God would do in your life, but cannot imagine it ever happening? What would it be?