Bible Study

Acts 20:16-38 BOUND IN THE SPIRIT   Intro: Ill. The Context. Paul felt compelled by the Holy Spirit to go to Jerusalem. Have you ever felt led of the Lord to do something? If you have, then you know exactly what Paul was feeling! In these verses, the great Apostle teaches us what a solid … Continue reading “Bound In The Spirit – Acts 20:16-38 – Bible study”

Acts 20:28-32 HOW TO SAVE YOUR CHURCH Intro: Whether we realize it or not, our churches are under attack this evening. You see, the devil and the world hate what is happening here and they will stop at nothing to destroy this place of worship. How many times have we heard of some church or … Continue reading “How To Save Your Church – Acts 20:28-32 – Bible study”

Acts 24:24-27 THE POWER OF A FEW WORDS Intro: Did you know that words possess great power? Wars have been waged and peace has been brokered, all through the power of words. Hopes have been bolstered and dreams have been shattered by the power of a few words. Families have begun and ended all because … Continue reading “The Power Of A Few Words – Acts 24:24-27 – Bible study”

Acts 26:24-25 IM NOT CRAZY, IM SAVED Intro: This passage finds the great Apostle Paul on trial before King Agrippa and the Roman Governor Festus. Paul is given the opportunity to give a defense for his actions. Paul uses this setting as an opportunity to share his salvation testimony. When these pagan rulers hear what … Continue reading “I’m Not Crazy, I’m Saved – Acts 26:24-25 – Bible study”

Acts 26:24-30 ALMOST Intro: Ill. The Context. Ill. The various attitudes people hold concerning the Lord Jesus Christ. For instance, in this passage, three different men are mentioned: Festus, Paul, and King Agrippa II. Each of these men represents a different attitude toward Jesus.          Festus represents those who HATE the Lord. He was antagonistic … Continue reading “Almost – Acts 26:24-30 – Bible study”

Acts 27:13-44 OUTLASTING THE STORMS OF LIFE   Intro: Someone said, “Tough times do not last, but tough people do!” I don’t know about the last part of that statement, but I am certain about the first past. Tough times do not last, but people with faith in the Lord do! You can outlast the … Continue reading “Outlasting The Storms Of Life – Acts 27:13-44 – Bible study”

Acts 27:14-29 FOUR STRONG ANCHORS FOR LIFE’S STORMY SEAS Intro: Ill. The Context. These brave sailors were in a storm that seemed to be overwhelming. In an effort to save the ship and their lives, they cast four anchors into the sea. Sadly, these anchors proved ineffective against the storm and the ship was ultimately … Continue reading “Four Strong Anchors For Life’s Stormy Seas – Acts 27:14-29 – Bible study”

Acts 28:1-6 SHAKING OFF THE SNAKES Intro: Paul was a faithful witness to the life-changing power of the Lord Jesus Christ. From the day Paul met Jesus on the Road to Damascus until he gave his life for His Lord in Rome, Paul was a mighty preacher of the Gospel of grace. This passage finds … Continue reading “Shaking Off The Snakes – Acts 28:1-6 – Bible study”

(Ill. Ask the congregation to turn with you to the 29th chapter of the Book of Acts. Obviously, there is no 29th chapter. However, we are living in that time right now. Now, have the congregation turn to Acts 28:30-31.) Acts 28:30-31 ACTS CHAPTER 29 Intro: Ill. We are living in the 29th chapter Acts … Continue reading “Acts Chapter 29 – Acts 28:30-31 – Bible study”

Acts 1:4-12 WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Intro: Ill. The context of these verses. Jesus has just given His Disciples His commission and His promise. Then, He ascended into Heaven. After Christ departs, the Disciples just stand there staring up into the sky. I wonder what they were looking for? Of course, the Lord sends … Continue reading “What Are You Looking For – Acts 1:4-12 – Bible study”