Paul and Barnabas in Lystra (9-15-24)

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Paul and Barnabas in Lystra (9-15-24)

After leaving Antioch and Iconium, Paul and Barnabas came to Lystra where Paul healed a man born cri

September 15, 2024 • Dr. Jim Glass • Acts 14:11–23

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There was a man in Lystra who had been born crippled. As Paul proclaimed the gospel, he saw the man's faith and told him to stand up, and he did! When the people of Lystra found out what had happened, they thought Zeus and Hermes—two Greek gods—had visited them in the persons of Barnabas and Paul. With great difficulty, they convinced the people they were not. Unbelieving Jews came from Antioch of Pisidia and Iconium, stirred up the people against Paul, and he was stoned and left for dead. He revived and he and Barnabas soon left for Derbe.

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.