The Bible Ep231 Ananias and Sapphira I Acts 5:1-11 1 But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession. 2 And he kept back part of the proceeds, his wife also being aware of it, and brought a certain part and laid it at the apostles' feet. 3 But Peter said, "Ananias, why has Satan filled your heart to lie to the Holy Spirit and keep back part of the price of the land for yourself? 4 While it remained, was it not your own? And after it was sold, was it not in your own con

The story of Ananias and Sapphira in Acts 5 is a sobering reminder of how the early church viewed the Holy Spirit. While it may have looked like they were simply lying to Peter, the reality was much deeper: they were lying to God Himself. This reveals a vital truth about the Holy Spirit’s identity. He isn’t just an "influence," a vague blur, or a mystical force like something out of Star Wars. The Book of Acts shows us that He is a person—one who speaks, commands, sends, and even forbids. Becaus

Leading by the Spirit, Rooted in Scripture The sermon "Leading by the Spirit, Rooted in the Scripture" is an exposition of the judgment that fell on Ananias and Sapphira in Acts 5:1-14. It was preached by Pastor (Dr) W. F. Kumuyi, focusing on this biblical narrative to instruct leaders and believers. It comprehensively covers the need for spiritual leadership guided by both the Holy Spirit's gifts of revelation and firm rooting in the Holy Scriptures. The message strongly condemns hypocrisy, lyi