Today, we wrap up our week-long look at the showdown in Acts 4 and 5, and draw some lessons from it. The truth will shine Because the way Luke’s told this story, he’s trying to say something to his reader, Theophilus. Probably a wealthy, educated man. Someone who knows his history of Greek philosophy. Someone who… Continue reading Acts 4 & 5 – the truth will shine

This week, we’re continuing to look at the showdown between the Temple elite and the apostles, recorded in Acts 4. (You’d best start with part one on Thursday if you’re just joining us.) They were arrested and warned not to keep speaking about Jesus, but because the crowd had seen the miraculous healing, the authorities… Continue reading Acts 4 – part three

Yesterday, we looked at the background to the looming showdown in Acts 4 between the Temple rulers and the apostles. (You’d best start there if you’re just joining us.) Today, we look at the showdown itself. The leaders are threatened Because the ruling elite in Jerusalem are threatened by all that had happened, particularly after… Continue reading Acts 4 – part two

We arrive today at Acts chapter 4 – a pivotal one in the whole power dynamic between the old guard (the Temple rulers) and the new (the apostles). But first, we need a little background. The truth will shine How confident are you in the truth of the gospel? That it makes rational sense? Are… Continue reading Acts 4 – part one