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 early church sought boldness through prayer, since Christians must suffer boldly for Jesus. (Exposition of Acts 4:23–31)
The early church sought boldness through prayer, since Christians must suffer boldly for Jesus. (Exposition of Acts 4:23–31)
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)