SERMONS"All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine,
for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works." -- 2 Timothy 3:16-17 |
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Trials Acts 25:1-27 I. Intro A. Big Idea: Christ is our Judge. Acts 9:15-16; 1 Corinthians 4:2-4 II. New on the Job A. Festus was decisive (at least at first). Acts 25:1-5 B. Jesus wins. Acts 25:6-7 III. Defense A. The pressures of Festus’ job got to him. Acts 25:8-9 B. Paul wasn’t avoiding trouble. Acts 23:11; 25:10-12 IV. Resurrection A. Paul’s fate was sealed. Exodus 20:13; John 8:44; Acts 25:13-15 B. The crucifixion and resurrection show God cares and has a plan to deliver us. Acts 25:16-22 V. Deserving Death A. Experience Christ’s glory. Acts 25:23-24; Romans 5:8 B. We can persevere. Acts 25:25-27 Story Acts 26:1-32 I. Intro Big Idea: God desires to change lives completely. II. Death A. Paul considered himself fortunate. Acts 26:1-8 B. We’re all stillborn. Acts 26:9-13; Ephesians 2:1-5 III. Rescue A. We resist the One who loves us. Acts 26:12-15 B. God first loved us. Acts 26:16-18; 1John 4:19 IV. Awake A. Christ causes us to wake up. Acts 26:19-20 B. Salvation in Christ is for everyone! Acts 26:21-24; 1 Corinthians 1:18 V. Believe A. Be a witness. Acts 26:25-27; 1 Corinthians 15:6 B. Know the joy of being an ambassador of the gospel. Acts 26:28-32 Storms Acts 27:1-44 I. Intro Big Idea: Jesus is greater than our storms. II. Wisdom A. The Christian life is hard. John 13:34-35; Acts 27:1-8 B. Paul used commonsense. Acts 27:9-12; 2 Corinthians 11:25 III. The Storm A. The storm brought them in touch with reality. Acts 27:13-20 B. God erodes our self-confidence to remind us of His faithfulness. Acts 27:21-25 IV. Wrecked A. They had to stay on board to be saved. Acts 27:27-32; 1John 2:19 B. It wasnt just the religious who gained courage as they broke bread. Acts 27:33-38 V. Daylight A. Faith means trusting God in every moment. Acts 27:39-41; 28:1; Philippians 1:6 B. Seeking Christ amid storms leads to others seeing Him. Mark 4:38-41; Acts 27:42-44 End of the Beginning Acts 28:1-31 I. Intro Big Idea: We can live out the unhindered gospel because God is in control. II. Hospitality A. Jesus took Paul’s punishment upon Him at the cross. Acts 28:1-6 B. Paul was willing to receive hospitality and help. Acts 28:7-10 III. Intentional A. Paul knew he had nothing to fear. Acts 28:11; 1 Corinthians 5:9-10 B. Paul wasn’t a flight risk. Acts 28:12-16 IV. Passion A. People attempt to thwart the gospel as it stands in contrast to their values. Acts 28:17-22 B. God uses people who believe. Acts 28:23-28 V. Unhindered A. Abide in grace. Acts 28:30 B. Nothing stops the gospel. Acts 1:8; 28:31 |
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