In Acts 2, Peter preaches the first gospel sermon. Can you imagine being present in that crowd on Pentecost? Here Peter focuses on Jesus by looking at the past and how their own prophets had predicted this day to come. Now, Peter says, is the time to call on the name of the Lord Jesus for salvation.
The First Gospel Sermon
What can we learn from Peter's powerful sermon preached on the day of Pentecost?
September 11, 2022 • Acts 2:22–39
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