ACTS: The Unhindered Advance of the Gospel (Page 3)
The Plans of Man and the Purposes of God (Part 2)
Text: Acts 16:16-34
Main Idea: “God’s will” is not a promise of protection and prosperity BUT a promise that he will sustain and empower his people to accomplish his purposes in the world.
The Plans of Man and the Purposes of God
Text: Acts 16:6-15
Main Idea: God’s people are called to dedicated and passionate evangelism, yet our efforts are wholly dependent upon God’s timing and the Spirit’s empowering grace.
Prudence and Providence in the Separation of Paul and Barnabas
Text: Acts 15:36-41
Main Point: God continues to advance his gospel-purposes even when his faithful but imperfect servants disagree over the best way to carry out their gospel mission.
Jesus Alone or Jesus And?
Text: ACTS 15:1-35
Main Point: The gospel of grace alone through faith alone is the singular source of our salvation and our fellowship with the people of God.
Through Many Tribulations
Text: Acts 14:19-28
Main Point: Our call to gospel perseverance is lived out in the context of the local church.
The God Who Was Always There
Text: Acts 14:8-18
Main Point: The “best way” to share the gospel is to tailor it to the preexisting beliefs of your audience.
Salvation to the Ends of the Earth
Text: Acts 13:42-52
Main Point: Our gospel privileges in Jesus Christ are the product of God’s purposeful work on our behalf.
The Freedom that Moses Never Wrought
Text: Acts 13:13-43
Main Point: The law of Moses could never secure what God freely offers through faith in Jesus Christ.
The Continuing Work of the Holy Spirit
Text: Acts 13:1-12
Main Idea: The mission of the church is wholly dependent upon the presence and power of the Holy Spirit.
Persecution, Prayer, and the Power of God
Text: Acts 12:1-25
Main point: Faithful Christians may face every manner of danger but those who oppose God are facing a far greater danger.