The Macedonian Call (9-29-24)

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The Macedonian Call (9-29-24)

After parting ways with Barnabas, Paul and Silas go to Asia Minor, but their plans are changed by a

September 29, 2024 • Dr. Jim Glass • Acts 15:39–41, Acts 16:1–10

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When Paul announced his intention to revisit the churches in Asia Minor, Barnabas insisted on taking Mark, but Paul refused. Barnabas and Mark went to Cyprus, and Paul and Silas, one of the representatives from the church in Jerusalem, went to Syria and Cilicia where Paul invited Timothy to join them. They intended to complete a circular path through Asia Minor, but the Holy Spirit prevented them from fulfilling their plans. They were led instead to Troas where Paul received a vision from a man of Macedonia urging him to come there.

Paul's Testimony in Jerusalem (11-10-24)

November 10, 2024 • Dr. Jim Glass • Acts 22:6–21

While Paul was in Jerusalem for the Feast of Pentecost, some Jews from Asia recognized him and accused him of subverting the Law of Moses, the Temple, and the nation of Israel. Rescued from a mob by the commander of the Roman soldiers stationed near the temple, Paul spoke to the crowd, telling them what his life was like before coming to Christ, how the Lord had saved him, and the mission the Lord had given him.

Paul's Farewell Address to the Ephesian Elders (11-3-24)

November 3, 2024 • Dr. Jim Glass • Acts 20:18–32

On his way to Jerusalem at the end of his third missionary journey, Paul pauses in Miletus to speak to the elders of the church in Ephesus one last time. In his farewell address, he reminds them of his work among them, tells them about the expectations of his visit to Jerusalem, speaks of the thoroughness of his work in Ephesus, and warns them of the threats they will soon face before concluding with a word of benediction.

Paul in Ephesus (10-27-24)

October 27, 2024 • Dr. Jim Glass • Acts 19:11–20

When a group of Jewish exorcists tried to cast out a demon using the same words they had heard Paul using, the demon thrashed them, and fear fell upon the people of Ephesus. The recognition of the power of the Name of Jesus led to a revival among believers who burned their idolatrous and superstitious artifacts as well as many unbelievers giving their lives to Christ.