Acts 8:9–25: The Bond of Iniquity
In the story of Simon the magician in Acts 8, we see that the gospel of Jesus announces great forgiveness, not great power. (Exposition of Acts 8:9–25)
Read MoreIn the story of Simon the magician in Acts 8, we see that the gospel of Jesus announces great forgiveness, not great power. (Exposition of Acts 8:9–25)
Read MoreGod uses the persecution of the church to advance the gospel. So, what the world intends for persecution, God intends for joy. (Exposition of Acts 8:1–8)
Read MoreStephen’s vision at his martyrdom teaches us that Jesus’ reign as king transforms Christian suffering into victory. (Exposition of Acts 7:54–60)
Read MoreStephen’s lengthy rehearsal of Old Testament history underscores that Jesus saves by faith, not by merely external religion. (Exposition of Acts 7:1–53)
Read MoreThe world attacks the bold witness of Jesus’ disciples because the gospel of Jesus threatens the authority of the world. (Exposition of Acts 6:8–15)
Read MoreIn the ordination of the first deacons, we see that Jesus builds his church through ministries of word and of deed. (Exposition of Acts 6:1–7)
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The same four Hebrew words appear in four significant temptation stories. By studying Satan's schemes, we learn how to fight temptation.
Why do we get bored with the Bible? Why do we find ourselves restless for something beyond the gospel of Jesus Christ? Why does God warn us not to go beyond what is written? How do we learn to be satisfied with the Scriptures?
In the story of Simon the magician in Acts 8, we see that the gospel of Jesus announces great forgiveness, not great power. (Exposition of Acts 8:9–25)