While Peter was thinking about the vision, the men Cornelius had sent arrived. Peter was obedient to God's Spirit. He ignored Jewish tradition, welcomed the Gentiles into his home as his guests, ate with them, and the next day he went with them. When Peter arrived, he openly confessed that his being there was a violation of Jewish law, but God had shown him that he should not hold on to his old prejudices. All men are created in God's image. So, when Peter was sent for, he came without objection.

Cornelius knew that Jews did not enter Gentile homes. He told Peter how God's messenger had visited him while he was praying, and said that God had heard his prayers and seen his generosity in giving to the poor. Cornelius thanked Peter for coming. He and those with him were gathered there in the presence of God, ready to hear everything God had given Peter to say.

Through Cornelius and his vision, Peter personally realized that God does not show partiality. He accepts any person who fears him and does what is right. The Good News of peace through Jesus is for everyone who accepts Jesus Christ as Lord.
Application: Father, please help me to see others without partiality as you do. Help me to share the gospel freely with whoever you lead me to.
One Word: God does not show favoritism