Daily Devotional

These words from Peter represent one of the most significant moments in human history. With this declaration, the gospel broke through the barriers that had separated Jews and Gentiles for centuries. God was expanding His family in ways that seemed impossible.

But notice that Peter had to be broken first. His vision of the sheet with unclean animals wasn’t just about food, it was about people. God was preparing him to see that no person He had created should be called “common or unclean.”

We all have barriers, invisible walls that separate us from certain types of people. Maybe it’s economic, racial, educational, or social. Perhaps it’s based on past hurts, cultural differences, or simply unfamiliarity. But the gospel has the power to break down every wall.

The early church struggled with this. Even after this encounter, Peter later fell back into old patterns and had to be confronted by Paul (Galatians 2:11-14). Breaking down barriers isn’t a one-time event, it’s an ongoing work of grace in our hearts.

God may be calling you to cross a barrier you’ve never crossed before. It might be inviting someone different into your home, building a friendship across racial or economic lines, or simply being open to people you’ve unconsciously avoided.