Exposition of the book of acts

The largest and most trusted library of over 1,897,000 free sermons from conservative christian churches and ministries worldwide. Acts overview john gills exposition on the whole bible. An exegetical and theological exposition of holy scripture the new american commentary. Study 1 going through the book of acts words of life. Bible course 5 the book of acts torchbearers international. For assurance of our own salvation, we can compare our own conversion experience with those in acts. An exposition of acts and 10 of the pauline epistles all except romans, ephesians, and philippians, with emphasis on the biblical theology of these books, their genre, and application.

Exposition of the acts of the apostles book, 1990 worldcat. The first part, the gospel of luke, tells how god fulfilled his plan for the worlds salvation through the life, death, and. To expound scripture is to bring out of the text what is there and expose it to view. Each volume offers outlines, fresh translation, exposition and application, critical notes on the greek text, and chapter summaries. Book by book, idea by idea, verse by verse bakers new testament commentary series is written for the serious bible student who wants highquality evangelical scholarship communicated with each volume offers outlines, fresh translation, exposition and application, critical notes on. Verse 1 luke referred to his gospel here as my first book. The following outline is intended to be used while studying the book. An exegetical and theological exposition of holy scripture the new american commentary polhill, john b. Most can be obtained from a good religious bookstore. The title as we know it comes from the second century and only partially discloses the theme of. The ending of acts plays an important role in route of determining the books date.

It contains an history of the ministry and miracles of the apostles of christ, and is a sort of a journal of their actions, from whence it takes its name. Yet we can also think of it as the acts of the holy spirit. Studies in acts chapters 1 3 by francis dixon study verses. Exposition of the book of acts mp3 series monergism.

Its subject and intention is nicely summarised by the words of the lord in chapter 1. Exposition of ephesians 8 primary works 9 total works. Acts is the book that reveals the power of the church. Book by book, idea by idea, verse by verse bakers new testament commentary series is written for the serious bible student who wants highquality evangelical scholarship communicated with clarity. Study acts using john gills exposition of the bible to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. In this book, the principles of the exchanged life not i, but christ is.

Internet archive bookreader the acts of the apostles. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Home commentaries john gills exposition of the entire bible acts. It contains an history of the ministry and miracles of the apostles of christ, and is a sort of a. Stephen said some words from the book by the prophet isaiah isaiah 66. The books full name is the acts of the apostles, for it recounts their efforts to take the gospel to the nations. Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy. Exposition of the book of acts syllabus course description this course is an expositional study of the book of acts.

Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. They are a people who may become scoffers and eventually unbelieving. This book, in some copies, is called, the acts of the holy apostles. The purpose of the department of bible exposition is to help students comprehend the bible and to equip them for a lifetime of study, exposition, and application of the scriptures. You will also find options for commentaries on acts that help pastors, teachers, and readers with application of the bible, commentaries that approach the scripture versebyverse, classic christian commentaries, and much more. Mar 30, 2011 nevertheless, acts clearly demonstrates that no obstacle can withstand the power of the holy spirit. Go ye into the whole world and preach the gospel to every creature. As are all the books in the reformed expository commentary series, this exposition of acts is accessible to both pastors and lay readers. Oct 04, 2016 watch our overview video on the book of acts, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Exposition of the book of acts syllabus center point bible. In acts, jesus sends the holy spirit to empower his disciples as they carry. The vulgate latin and syriac versions read, when the days of pentecost were fulfilled. It will help to keep the whole of the book before you as you work your way through each section.

Book by book, idea by idea, verse by verse bakers new testament commentary series is written for the serious bible student who wants highquality evangelical scholarship communicated with each volume offers outlines, fresh translation, exposition and application, critical notes on the greek text, and chapter summaries. This is a lecture series by charles price in the book of acts, looking at key issues and principles we can apply to our lives. The book of acts was penned by luke, the physician. Romans, of course, is the textbook of theology but in acts we hear the gospel preached and see it working. But it is more likely that theophilus was a real person. Click here for an exhaustive list of content on acts. The acts of the apostles, often referred to simply as acts, or formally the book of acts, is the fifth book of the new testament. Since luke is the author of acts, any date between ad 60 and 100 is reasonable as conzelmann points out. And when the day of pentecost was fully come, or was come, was begun and entered upon. Jun 12, 2015 5 expository sermons from the book of acts seedbed bible study and small group resources for pastors and weselyan churches. Charles price, a longtime friend of torchbearers is a bible teacher and minister at large for the peoples church in toronto, canada. An overview of the book of acts the life of the early church is recorded and preserved for us in the book of acts and the epistles.

Oct 05, 2014 this entry is part 1 of 33 in the series expositions on the book of actssermon text. Acts 3 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is from the most widely read and often quoted preacher in history, charles haddon spurgeon. An exposition of the acts of the apostles by most rev. Nov 03, 2010 i ordered this book and a couple others a few weeks before i was going to preach through acts and used it throughout that series. Like its subject, this commentary is informative, edifying, and challenging. As he did in the early church, the holy spirit teaches us in acts to expect great things. W a criswell this series of expository sermons on acts will be published by zondervan in three large volumes, each containing more than forty chapters, sermons delivered by me in the pulpit of first baptist. This entry is part 1 of 33 in the series expositions on the book of actssermon text. The offering sent by barnabas and saul to the jerusalem elders.

The temple in this book called acts was the third temple. What follows is an an organized and curated list of content. Luke records many examples of conversion in the book of acts e. Watch our overview video on the book of acts, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Actus apostolorum, often referred to simply as acts, or formally the book of acts, is the fifth book of the new testament. Exalting jesus in acts by tony merida, paperback barnes. A good study bible we recommend the following features. But ye will receive power, the holy spirit having come upon you, and ye shall be my witnesses both in jerusalem and in all judaea and samaria and to the end of the earth. Akin, and tony merida, this new commentary series, projected to be 48 volumes, takes a christ centered approach to expositing each book of the bible.

It will contain all of the audio messages of the book of acts from. Acts is the second book in the history that luke wrote. Really, very little is written about the apostles in acts. But stephen reminded the jews that god was bigger than any temple. The book of acts ends with paul in house arrest waiting to. Many people call acts the acts of the apostles, but really, if you want to add to the name acts, perhaps, a better name would be the acts of the early church.

To download, right click and save to your hard drive. The unique contribution of the book of acts, part of a series. The new john gill exposition of the entire bible on. Rather than a versebyverse approach, the authors have crafted chapters that explain and apply key passages. Commentary on the book of acts of the apostles by matthew. An exposition of the chapters of the acts of the apostles. Best acts commentaries updated for 2020 best bible. In hindsight i probably could have done without this book, or been better off ordering a different one. Rather than a versebyverse approach, the authors have. In many ways acts is the most exciting book in the new testament because it is full of movement and interest. Acts with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. The acts of the apostles pillar new testament commentary. We read of the evangelistic methods and message of the early apostles and preachers 3.

The book of acts ends with paul in house arrest waiting to present his case before caesar. Remember the basic content and message of the book of acts. This series of expository sermons on acts will be published by zondervan in three large volumes, each containing more than forty chapters, sermons delivered by me in the pulpit of first baptist church in dallas. David petersons excellent exposition of acts interacts insightfully with those studies and offers a lucid, compelling, and satisfying interpretation of the book. This book is a compilation of sermons which sproul delivered on the entire book of acts, printed and placed in a. Acts of the apostles bible study notes, commentary, and comments. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, which is expressive of the original of the gifts and graces of the spirit of god, which come from above, from heaven, from the father of lights. Therefore, when a church begins to dwindle, lose its power, and turn dull and drab in its witness, it needs desperately to get back into the spirit, expectation, knowledge and teaching of the book of acts. The largest and most trusted library of over 1,892,000 free sermons from conservative christian churches and ministries worldwide.

Acts and the gospel of luke make up a twopart work, luke acts, by the same anonymous author, usually dated to around 8090 ad. We wouldnt know what had happened if it werent for this book. Study the bible online using commentary on acts and more. Exposition of the book of acts syllabus center point bible institute. Acts is a transitional book in the sense that it gives us the record of the way god moved in the minds and hearts of men to found and establish the church and begin its great work in the world today.

It alone presents an extensive picture of early church life and history. These studies will be expository, devotional, practical and varied, and this is an introduction to the whole book. Merida wonderfully summarizes, illustrates, and applies the message of acts in a way that speaks to the whole personmind, heart. An exposition also includes an introduction, which includes gaebeleins outline of the book and a brief discussion about authorship and. Course objectives after completing this course the student will. In this volume from the christcentered exposition commentary series, tony merida offers preachers and bible teachers a learned and practical commentary on the book of acts that demonstrates how christ worked through his people in the earliest days of the church. I ordered this book and a couple others a few weeks before i was going to preach through acts and used it throughout that series. Nevertheless, acts clearly demonstrates that no obstacle can withstand the power of the holy spirit.

Presented here is a verse by verse exposition of the new testament. Acts commentary john gills exposition of the bible. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. Exposition refers to the content of the sermon biblical truth rather than its style a running commentary. The title as we know it comes from the second century and only partially discloses the theme of the document. Perhaps luke was using it to mean any christian reader. The acts of the apostles is a unique and therefore crucial book of the new testament. Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy english. Exposition of the book of acts syllabus greenville, texas.

Stephen then brought his defense to a crashing climax one that. The book of acts, says gaebelein, exhorts us toward greater faithfulness and bolder preaching, because the message of the holy spirits comfort is needed in all times and places. Read acts commentary using john gills exposition of the bible. This summary of the book of acts provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of acts. We do not recommend loose translations or oneman translations.

It contains a clear exposition of vital christian doctrine. The ending of acts plays an important role in route of determining the book s date. Acts the new john gill exposition of the entire bible on. This is unfortunate, since his works contain priceless gems of information that are found nowhere except in the ancient writings of the jews. Study 1 going through the book of acts words of life ministries. The book of acts is filled with some of the most powerful accounts in the new testament. Acts 3 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of the bible. The book of acts is the link between the gospels and the epistles.