The Unfinished Task (Page 2)

The Unfinished Task (Page 2)

The Unfinished Task 4 – Totally Devoted

Totally Devoted – Acts chapter 2, verses 42 to 47 The recent sexual abuse scandals and Cardinal Pell’s conviction have caused shock and dismay to many. Even the word “church” upsets many. Yet God brings us to faith in Christ. Then we come to see what “church” means. When a person is converted to Christ what happens? Here in Acts chapter 2 we can see. 42 The believers studied what the apostles taught. They shared their lives together. They ate and…

The Unfinished Task 3 – Jesus: Lord and Christ

Jesus: Lord and Christ, Acts chapter 2, verses 1 to 41 Good news, bad news. Spectacular sights and sounds Acts 2:1-13 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 saw something that looked like fire in the shape of tongues. The flames separated and came to rest on each of them.  All…

The Unfinished Task 2 – 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…

The Unfinished Task 1 – 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…
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