and cornelius said, “four days ago, about this hour, i was praying in my house at the ninth hour, and behold, a man stood before me in bright clothing and said, ‘cornelius, your prayer has been heard and your alms have been remembered before God. send therefore to joppa and ask for simon who is called peter. he is lodging in the house of simon, a tanner, by the sea.’ so i sent for you at once, and you have been kind enough to come. now therefore we are all here in the presence of God to hear all that you have been commanded by the Lord.” [acts 10:30-33]
peter has been used by God in many facets thus far in the book of acts. he has performed healings, through the power of God, laid hands on samaritans to receive the Holy Spirit, and encouraged entire regions of people. and now, he plays a central role in delivering the gospel to gentiles, potentially leading to your and my salvation!