The religious leaders saw something different in Peter and John, and they realized that the difference came because these men had been with Jesus. When we have been with Jesus, it shows. We treat people with greater compassion. We exhibit honesty and morality. We choose patience instead of anger, forgiveness instead of revenge. We reflect HIM. And what a difference we make when we let it be seen that we have been with Jesus.
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