The types of sermons in the book of acts think theology. The death of agrippa serves as one anchor for our chronology of events reported in the book of acts, for among historians there is no doubt that he died in ad 44. It was composed of six themes, which are found repeatedly in peters sermons in the first chapters of acts. Peter is the human main character in the first 12 chapters. The book of acts acts is about the holy spirit, the transformation of the apostles, and the beginning of the church. This sermon from june 28, 2015 focuses on peters sermon on the day of pentecost and what christians today can learn about proclaiming the gospel in our generation. We see the coming of the spirit in power, the unforgettable drama of jerusalem coming together to hear peter s pentecostal sermon, the healing of the lame beggar, and the testimony of peter and john before the jewish religious leaders. Commentary on acts 4 bible studies at the moorings. The book of acts is a series of expository preachingnotes that will give the listener an account of what happens in the book of acts with commentary on each scripture within the text. Today we are beginning a brandnew sermon series from the book of acts.
Commentary on the book of acts bible studies at the moorings. Third, i have to smile as i read acts 2 and peter s sermon because i dont believe that peter saw the full implications of this text in joel. We want to join together with pastors and christian workers to equip the church in china, broadcasting translated sermons, providing ministry resources for christians and pastors in china. Jun 12, 2015 while we could delve into a discussion of sacrament and word in preachingand the role they play in this dual exposure, instead lets use this dual exposure to see how it illumines the effect of several sermons in the gospel of lukes companion text, the book of acts. I dont care about credit, i only care that gods word is preached and christ is glorified. Acts 2 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is from the most widely read and often quoted preacher in history, charles haddon spurgeon. Audio and manuscripts are available for each lesson. This commentary on acts 2 treats the descent of the spirit at pentecost, peters sermon afterward, and the results. Acts chapter 15 is our study for this morning, and again were going to consider the chapter as a unit and divide it into several parts, and this will be part 1. This commentary on acts treats pauls first missionary journey after he and barnabas were sent out by the church in antioch. Simon kistemaker quotes dean alford who remarks that the interpretation given as the celebration of the lords supper has been, both in ancient and modern times, the prevalent one new testament commentary acts, 111. It describes the coming of the holy spirit at pentecost in acts 2, the spread of the gospel outside of jerusalem in acts 8 and to the gentiles in acts 10, how the church made decisions in regards. Jamess martyrdom probably took place in the preceding months see appendix 1. A list of sermons in the book of acts leadership resources.
Peters second sermon to the onlookers after healing the lame man. May 30, 20 52 sermons from the book of acts barry l. Truth for life is the teaching ministry of alistair begg and is committed to teaching the bible with clarity and relevance so that unbelievers will be converted, believers will be established, and local churches will be strengthened. Acts 2 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of the bible.
It describes establishment, growth, organization, and worship of the church e. Peter s sermon shows that he was thoroughly recovered from his fall, and thoroughly restored to the divine favour. The book of acts is a real history written to describe how the ascended lord jesus continued to advance his kingdom through the growth and expansion of his spiritempowered church. Saint peter also known as simon peter, simeon, simon. For a free single file that contains this series and more than 62 others click here. This lesson takes up as peter stands to address this crowd, boldly proclaiming jesus as both lord and christ.
The mandate given to the church by christ is clear. This commentary on acts 5 treats the sin of ananias and sapphira. We read of the evangelistic methods and message of the early apostles and preachers 3. Acts, expository sermons from the executable outlines series by mark a.
This 71 part expository study of acts was preached at flagstaff christian fellowship in 20002002. Underlying these important themes are the continuation of gods saving work in jesus christ as lord. So this constitutes a separate section of this book. Join ray as he brings the history, adventure, and profound but practical meaning of this book to life. As a starting point for preaching from acts, a minister might be well advised to preach a book sermon, giving in broad outline the general theme and scope of the book. The presence and working of the holy spirit is the dominating mark of the book of acts. We see the coming of the spirit in power, the unforgettable drama of jerusalem coming together to hear peters pentecostal sermon, the healing of the lame beggar, and the testimony of peter and john before the jewish religious leaders. The book of acts gives a unique glimpse into the life and practice of the early church. Joel was a jewish book, written to jews, and particularly to jews living in or near jerusalem.
Admittedly, book sermons are not easy to preach, but they are generally profitable to both the man in the pulpit and to those in the. Then i ask, how many of you were intentionally taught about the ministry and person of the holy spirit. The movement of the spirit in the early church is captivating throughout the first four chapters of acts. Peter speaks to the onlookers, peter preaches in the temple. His account of the miraculous pouring forth of the spirit, was designed to awaken the hearers to embrace the faith of christ, and to join. Of the twenty sermons in acts, five of them are directed towards followers of jesus e.
We have enlisted hundreds of friends biblical scholars, theologians, homileticians and pastors dedicated to the craft of biblical preaching to provide you timely, compelling and trustworthy content. This was the apostolic message in its most basic form. It is pivotal that the modern church grasp the formation of the church read more. Read acts 3 commentary using peoples new testament. Luke records many examples of conversion in the book of acts e. Discipleship ministries book of acts sermon starters. Keep believing china partnering with chinese pastors and churches. Acts 2 matthew henrys concise commentary on the bible. Peter preaching the gospel in the catacombs by jan styka. After the sanhedrin warned peter and john to stop preaching christ, the.
While we could delve into a discussion of sacrament and word in preachingand the role they play in this dual exposure, instead lets use this dual exposure to see how it illumines the effect of several sermons in the gospel of lukes companion text, the book of acts. This commentary on acts 12 treats peter s imprisonment and escape, as well as gods judgment on herod agrippa. In the churches youve attended, how many of you were intentionally taught how to pray. We do not recommend loose translations or oneman translations. It is also aptly named because acts is preeminently the book of action. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. He brings the conclusion of the acts 3 sermon forward to the beginning in his parallel chart 17 which rather upsets the structure. His account of the miraculous pouring forth of the. And said unto peter and to the rest of the apostles, men and brethren, what shall we do. He sees that a crowd is gathering so he takes the opportunity to tell them about jesus.
Others take the words as referring to our lords declaration to st. A good study bible we recommend the following features. The new testament book of acts tells of thrilling escapes, people in peril, conflict and intrigue, travel through the ancient world, storms and shipwrecks, and steadfast faith amidst overwhelming obstacles. That same mission continues today, unbroken and unhindered for almost 2,000 years since. Simon kistemaker quotes dean alford who remarks that the interpretation given as the celebration of the lords supper has been, both in ancient and modern times, the prevalent one new testament commentaryacts, 111. Peter addresses the onlookers in the temple, acts 3.
David guzik commentary on acts 2, where the holy spirit is poured out on the church, and peter gives his sermon on the day of pentecost. Acts contains the only record of the first thirty years of the early church 2. Acts has been called infants progress, for it traces the history and growth of the baby church. This is the 6th installment on a series on the holy spirit. The book of acts is an encouragement for the church today as christians contend for the gospel of jesus christ by the power of the holy spirit. These verses record peters sermon in jerusalem on the day of pentecost following our lords ascension. Third, i have to smile as i read acts 2 and peters sermon because i dont believe that peter saw the full implications of this text in joel. Therefore, when a church begins to dwindle, lose its power, and turn dull and drab in its witness, it needs desperately to get back into the spirit, expectation, knowledge and teaching of the book of acts. The working preacher team believes that god uses good biblical preaching to change lives. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading 52 sermons from the book of acts pulpit outlines 4. Peters sermon shows that he was thoroughly recovered from his fall, and thoroughly restored to the divine favour.
Study the bible online using commentary on acts 3 and more. Lukeacts luke was the author of two booksthe gospel of luke which tells the story of the life of jesus and the acts of the apostles which tells the story of the early church. James, the brother of jesus, the apostles luke focuses on are peter and paul. Jesus sent the spirit to his disciples as he had promised. Veritas community church the book of acts sermon series. For most of us, one of the most rewarding, yet difficult tasks, is preparing messages to preach and teach. Copeland hundreds of free sermon outlines and bible study materials available for online browsing and downloading. Acts is the book that reveals the power of the church. Peter and john were surely not surprised for jesus had taught them remember the. Men of judea and all who dwell in jerusalem, let this be known to you, and give ear to my words. Sermons in the book of acts barnes bible charts speaker audience reference theme peter crowds at pentecost acts 2.
For assurance of our own salvation, we can compare our own conversion experience with those in acts. Thus it was most appropriate for those gathered at pentecost, to whom peter preached. His second theme has four parts to it, but the davidic descent is only found in acts 2 and the reference to the ministry only in acts 2 and acts 10. Saleuo described a ship at anchor slipping its mooring in the midst of a heavy wind. Commentary on acts 2 peters first sermon tough questions. At his ascension, jesus commissioned his disciples to preach his gospel. If this pattern is followed it will always result in the same reactions that you find recorded in this book. The full title of the book is the acts of the apostles, but it could also be called the acts of the holy spirit. Origen 184253 in his commentary on the book of genesis iii, quoted by eusebius. Sermons from acts 5 and others keep believing ministries. This commentary on acts 4 treats the arrest and trial of peter and john after they were arrested for preaching in the temple. This commentary on acts 3 treats peters sermon at the temple after he healed the beggar by the gate.
The book of acts also describes the work of the two apostles peter and paul. It is also aptly named because acts is preeminently the book of. We call this series of messages the pattern setters because, in this section of acts, you find the pattern for all christian witness in any age. Acts ends with paul preaching the gospel unhindered in rome. Testimony that a helpless man was healed by the power of jesus. As peter and john were going along the way, the lord placed a needy man before them. Commentary on acts 2 bible studies at the moorings. Paraenetic sermons are the type that focuses on encouraging, edifying, and teaching christians. A commentary on the acts of the apostles southside christian. The book of acts free sermon outlines and bible studies. The gospel continues sermon series community bible. I find myself excited as i think about this series because acts is one of the most exciting books in the new testament.
We are honored by god to stand before our congregation each week. Peters sermon at pentecost but peter, standing with the eleven, lifted up his voice and addressed them. Evangelistic preaching and the book of acts jerry vines first baptist church, jacksonville, fl 32202 introduction acts tells the story of the birth of the church of jesus christ and its development from jerusalem to rome. The death of agrippa serves as one anchor for our chronology of events reported in the book of acts. Though the opportunity was unexpected, they used it to effectively. Working preacher is a ministry brought to you by luther seminary. Then peter said unto them, repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of jesus christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the holy ghost.
The interval between ascension and whitsuntide represents an exceptional portion of the history of the church, and may be compared, or rather contrasted, with the three days during which our lord rested in the tomb. This commentary on acts 12 treats peters imprisonment and escape, as well as gods judgment on herod agrippa. The use of the definite article in the greek before breaking of bread implies that it was not simply a meal but a. Most can be obtained from a good religious bookstore. This sermon from july 12, 2015 focuses on the acts 3. It describes the coming of the holy spirit at pentecost in acts 2, the spread of the gospel outside of jerusalem in acts 8 and to the gentiles in acts 10, how the church made decisions in regards to doctrine acts 15, and more.
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