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God Opens the Way and Opens hearts – Acts 15.36-16:15
In this passage we look at how God sovereignly guides Paul at the beginning of his second missionary journey to Philippi. In that city Paul preaches and God sovereignly transforms a woman named Lydia. That is the topic of this morning. The sovereignty of God. God’s sovereignty over our plans involving God’s mission—sharing the […]
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Conflict in the church – Acts 15
Christ’s church has grown from being formed mainly from Jews to Gentiles of all walks of life. Yet, the church has maintained is unity in the Gospel. But it is not free from conflict especially with the cultural and religious backgrounds between Jews and Gentiles and how they relate to the Gospel of grace. Many […]
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The Gospel is for Everyone – Acts 10:9-11:8
It’s normal when we think about those who need to know Christ, to think about the people who are in our circle or who are in our culture. It is difficult to think of others who are in other countries that we do not know. The truth is that the gospel, the good news of […]
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Doing the work of God – Acts 9:32-10:1-8
As we learn from Peter doing the work of God, let’s ask ourselves, “Am I doing the work of God?” It doesn’t have to match Peter’s exactly. Another question related to this can be, “Am I hindering the work of God?” This can also be happening. In our previous study we looked at Saul’s conversion […]
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Paul Servant of Christ – Acts 9:19-32
Saul, a man who was committed to destroying the Lord’s church, has just been transformed by the power of the risen Christ. He has now been commissioned by the Lord to be His apostle, His servant, His instrument in proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus.Here we see his beginning as a servant and proclaimer of Christ.
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Transformation of a religious fanatic – Acts 9:1-19
Saul’s transformation will remind you how God transformed you and how he has called you to fulfill his calling by living a life obedient to Him. God wants to use you to help other believers, especially those who have little faith to establish, encourage, and disciple them.
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Sharing the Gospel with the open heart – Acts 8:26-40
Philip was obedient to the Lord’s guidance. He not only shared the Good News both publicly but also privately on this occasion. Although the Lord gave him the ability to communicate the gospel in a way that led people to believe, it is God’s work, not man’s, that leads to salvation. But He has chosen […]
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In His Steps – Acts 7:51-60
Last time we looked at how Stephen showed in his character that he followed Jesus in His Footsteps. Our Lord walked the path of death. He died and rose again. We are called to follow Him in His footsteps. His steps may include giving our lives to the Lord, to whom he gave everything for […]
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The Characteristics of a Disciple of Jesus – Acts 6:8-7:15
What distinguishes a disciple, a true follower of Christ? What characteristics does he or she have? Stephen was a disciple of Christ. We don’t know when he believed (he hadn’t known Him more than two years ago), but we know from the above passage that He was chosen to wait tables. His life is an […]
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