DCLM Daily Manna

Thursday, September 3, 2026

Power Evangelism

KEY VERSE
“And by the hands of the apostles were many signs and wonders wrought among the people; (and they were all with one accord in Solomon’s porch” (Acts 5:12).

Bible Reading:
Acts 5:12-16 (KJV)

12 And by the hands of the apostles were many signs and wonders wrought among the people; (and they were all with one accord in Solomon’s porch.
13 And of the rest durst no man join himself to them: but the people magnified them.
14 And believers were the more added to the Lord, multitudes both of men and women.)
15 Insomuch that they brought forth the sick into the streets, and laid them on beds and couches, that at the least the shadow of Peter passing by might overshadow some of them.
16 There came also a multitude out of the cities round about unto Jerusalem, bringing sick folks, and them which were vexed with unclean spirits: and they were healed every one.

MESSAGE

The revered teacher and author, Martyn Lloyd Jones, was quoted as saying, “It is perfectly clear that in New Testament times, the gospel was authenticated in this way by signs, wonders and miracles of various characters and descriptions… Was it only meant to be true of the early church? … The Scriptures never anywhere say that these things were only temporary—never! There is no such statement anywhere.” Signs and wonders heralded by purity are the insignia of the Church Age.

Our text details the supernatural flow of power from believers in the early church to accomplish divine counsel. The downpour of pentecostal power on those early believers led to an unprecedented in-gathering of souls who would ordinarily not believe the gospel. Expectedly, “many signs and wonders were wrought among the people”. More staggering was the result that followed the miracles: “Believers were the more added to the Lord, multitudes both of men and women”. It is obvious then that the divine, unassailable purpose of power manifestation principally is to shatter the shell of disinterest, shame the jeers of cynicism, and smash the shield of false religion. Power heralds the word of grace, softens the hardened heart, and wings the gospel into the heart of sinners. Wherever the true soul-saving gospel is preached, the miraculous comes to authenticate it to the glory of God.

Many believers today think that miracles are on par with the word of His grace. That is a fallacy. Signs and wonders do not save. They are not the power of God unto salvation; the gospel is! God’s power to work wonders neither competes with His Word nor contradicts it. It is not above the Word, either. Signs, wonders and miracles are divine witnesses to the value, necessity, and centrality of the Word.

You have the privilege of a beautiful blend of benefits for a God-pleasing life and fruitful service today. The word of His grace that emphasises and teaches the necessity of the new birth and the purity of life is at your disposal. Added to this is the promise of enduement with power to confirm the Word in soul-winning, which follows a consecrated thirst and tarrying to receive.

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
Power evangelism is a necessary validator of the gospel even today

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
Leviticus 8-11

COMMENTARY

1. Signs and Wonders Are for Today – The devotional, quoting Martyn Lloyd Jones, affirms that signs, wonders, and miracles were not only for the early church. The New Testament never declares that these manifestations were temporary. They are the insignia of the Church Age and continue to authenticate the gospel today.

2. Power Evangelism in the Early Church – The early believers experienced a supernatural flow of power that led to an unprecedented in-gathering of souls. Many signs and wonders were wrought among the people, and as a result, multitudes of men and women were added to the Lord. Power evangelism was not an optional extra; it was central to their mission.

3. The Purpose of Power Manifestation – The devotional outlines the divine purpose of signs and wonders: to shatter disinterest, shame cynicism, and smash false religion. Power softens hardened hearts and wings the gospel into the hearts of sinners. Miracles authenticate the word of grace and bring glory to God.

4. Signs and Wonders Do Not Save – It is important to understand that miracles are not the power of God unto salvation; the gospel is. Signs and wonders are divine witnesses to the value and centrality of the Word. They confirm the message but do not replace it. The Word remains supreme.

5. The DCLM Ministry’s Call to Power Evangelism – The Deeper Christian Life Ministry emphasizes the necessity of power evangelism. Pastor Kumuyi teaches that believers must seek the enduement of power to confirm the Word in soul-winning. The Daily Manna devotional calls readers to pursue consecration and tarrying for power to effectively reach the lost.

About DCLM and Daily Manna

The Deeper Christian Life Ministry (DCLM) was founded in 1973 by Pastor Dr. W.F. Kumuyi. From a small Bible study of 15 students in Lagos, it has grown into a global ministry with churches across Nigeria, Africa, and beyond. The ministry emphasizes holiness, prayer, Bible study, and power evangelism.

DCLM Daily Manna is a daily devotional written by Pastor Kumuyi. Each edition provides Scripture reading, exposition, and practical application to guide believers in their daily walk with God. The devotional consistently calls readers to seek the power of the Holy Spirit for effective evangelism.

Prayer Reflection
Lord, fill me with the power of Your Holy Spirit. Let signs and wonders follow the preaching of Your Word through my life. Soften hardened hearts and bring multitudes to salvation. Help me to remember that the gospel is Your power unto salvation, and let miracles confirm Your Word. In Jesus’ name. Amen.