The Unfinished Task
Jesus: Lord and Christ – Acts 2
Jesus: Lord and Christ, Acts chapter 2, verses 1 to 41 Good news, bad news. The bad-est of bad news, and the good-est of good news. Spectacular sights and sounds Acts 2:1-13 The gift promised by Jesus’ Father: the coming of the Holy Spirit. When the day of Pentecost came, all the believers gathered in one place. Suddenly a sound came from heaven. It was like a strong wind blowing. It filled the whole house where they were sitting. They…
Preparing for Gospel Growth
Preparing for Gospel Growth – Acts chapter 1, verses 12 to 26 There are many metaphors of the church: A Family The Bride of Christ A body A building Another metaphor: is the church a Cruise Ship or a Battleship? Similar (both are big and float in water) but very different. One’s purpose is to please its patrons. Success is when each is satisfied. The other quite different. Each does its part for the whole, for the ship’s mission. The…
Unfinished Task – The Foundation of Jesus’ Mission
The Foundation of Jesus’ Mission – Acts Chapter 1, verses 1 to 11 A new enterprise. Apple’s vision. A few projects, done with excellence. Jesus Christ launched an enterprise 2000 years ago, far greater, that will outlast Apple and all other solely human enterprises. He is building His church, and it will succeed. The foundation of Jesus’ mission Acts 1:1-7 His resurrection. He appeared 40 days. Many saw Him. Up to 500 at a time. They spoke with Him, they…