Acts 2:1

And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place.

Acts 2:1 (KJV)

Context

Acts 2 records the Day of Pentecost, which took place fifty days after the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Book of Acts, written by Luke, continues the story of the early church after Jesus’ ascension into heaven. Pentecost was a Jewish festival, also known as the Feast of Weeks or Shavuot, celebrating the giving of the Law to Moses on Mount Sinai and the offering of the firstfruits of the wheat harvest. Jews from different parts of the world gathered in Jerusalem to observe this festival.

The phrase “fully come” indicates the completion of the appointed time for this festival, aligning with God’s timing. Before His ascension, Jesus instructed His disciples to wait in Jerusalem until they received the promise of the Father, which was the Holy Spirit (Acts 1:4-5). The disciples obeyed and gathered together, demonstrating their faith and anticipation for the fulfillment of God’s promise.

Meaning

The verse highlights that the disciples were “with one accord in one place.” This unity among the disciples is crucial and serves as a foundational principle for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit that follows. Their gathering in one accord in one place set the stage for the dramatic events of Pentecost, where the Holy Spirit would empower them for the mission ahead.

Application

As believers today, we can draw lessons from this verse. First, unity among believers is crucial for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit and the advancement of God’s kingdom. We should strive to maintain unity and love within the body of Christ. Second, we should patiently wait for the fulfillment of God’s promises, just as the disciples waited for the Holy Spirit. We can seek God through prayer, study of His Word, and fellowship with other believers, trusting that He will fulfill His promises in His perfect timing.