A Study of the Book of Acts with Paul's Writings - Lesson 116 - Chapter 19 - The Town Clerk

A Study of the Book of Acts with Paul's Writings - Lesson 119 - Chapter 19 - Divine Protection

In this lesson from Acts and Paul's writings, the focus lands on divine protection, open doors, accountability, and how God leads His people with truth that keeps unfolding. This message moves through Charles Finney, the Second Great Awakening, and the shift away from rigid Calvinism toward the clear call of the gospel. It also covers progressive revelation, the law of last mention, and why Scripture has to be read in context, not pulled apart verse by verse. Along the way, Alan Smith talks about the role of the Holy Spirit, the baptism of the Spirit, the need for discernment, and why believers should test what they hear against the Word of God. You'll also hear a strong challenge about personal responsibility in the faith. God opens doors, but open doors bring influence, and influence brings accountability. That truth sits at the center of this teaching. If you've ever wanted a clearer view of how the early church, revival history, and present-day Christian life connect, this study gives you plenty to think about. Watch closely, take notes, and compare everything with Scripture. #BookOfActs #PaulsWritings #CharlesFinney #HolySpirit #ChristianTeaching

A Study of the Book of Acts with Paul's Writings - Lesson 118 - Chapter 19 - The Image

Welcome to Lesson 118 in this study of the Book of Acts with Paul's writings included. In this message, Alan Smith walks through Acts 19:30-41 and draws out a hard truth many believers miss, people often pray for an open door, but few are ready for what comes with it. The lesson focuses on Paul's courage, the counsel he received from unexpected sources, and the chaos that can follow when a crowd loses sight of the facts. Before moving into the passage, Allan also gives rich background on John and Charles Wesley, the Great Awakening, and the history behind Methodism. That history matters, because it ties the call to preach, teach, and remain faithful back to the kind of work Paul was doing in Acts. The message also highlights the difference between simply hearing a sermon and actually hearing the Word of God. As the teaching moves into Ephesus, the discussion turns to the theater, the riot, and the public uproar around Paul's message. Alan points out how influence creates accountability, how mob thinking spreads, and why believers need discernment when emotion takes over. He also presses an important warning about speculation, spiritual pride, and confusing noise with truth. If you want a Bible study that stays close to Scripture while also bringing in church history, personal application, and straight talk about faithfulness, this lesson will give you plenty to think about. The main call is clear, when God opens a door, the question is whether we'll move in obedience and stay faithful with what He has given. #BookOfActs #Acts19 #BibleStudy #NewLifeChurch #PaulTheApostle

A Study of the Book of Acts with Paul's Writings - Lesson 117 - Chapter 19 - Uproar

Paul's message in Acts 19 brought a city to a standstill, and this lesson shows why. In Lesson 117 of A Study of the Book of Acts with Paul's Writings, Alan Smith teaches through the uproar in Ephesus, the clash with idol makers, and the power of the gospel to confront culture, profit, and pride. This teaching keeps the focus on a simple but hard truth, the gospel changes people, and changed people affect the world around them. From Demetrius and the silver shrines of Artemis to the growing tension in the great theater at Ephesus, the passage shows how quickly truth can shake a city built on lies. Alan also connects the text to real life, calling believers to be sensitive to the leading of the Holy Spirit, faithful in their place, and ready to stand for Christ with wisdom. You'll hear a clear walk through Acts 19:26-41, along with practical insight on idolatry, spiritual calling, cultural pressure, and what it means to let the gospel shape both belief and behavior. This is a strong reminder that every believer has a part in the body of Christ, and that showing up matters. If you want a deeper study of Acts, a biblical look at the first-century church, and a message that speaks directly to faith in everyday life, this teaching is for you. Join us for worship, study, and a fresh look at how Paul faced opposition without backing down from the truth. #BookOfActs #Acts19 #BibleStudy #NewLifeChurch #TheSmithAndRowlandShow

A Study of the Book of Acts with Paul's Writings - Lesson 116 - Chapter 19 - The Town Clerk

A clear, direct study of Acts 19, the Great Awakening, and the power of a transformed life. In this lesson, the focus moves through Paul's work in Ephesus, the conflict around idol worship, and the role of the town clerk in calming the crowd. Along the way, the message turns to Gilbert Tennant, the First Great Awakening, and the urgent call for real conversion, not just religious knowledge. This teaching presses on a simple point: if a person has been born again, their life should keep changing. The sermon draws a sharp line between old habits and a Spirit-led life, then brings that truth into everyday living. Focus matters. Repentance matters. What you keep your eyes on will shape where your life goes next. You'll also hear strong emphasis on the difference between knowing about God and walking with Him. The message connects Acts, revival history, and practical Christian living in a way that keeps the text front and center. If you want a Bible study that is plainspoken, urgent, and grounded in Scripture, this one gives you a lot to think about. Watch as we continue Lesson 116 in Acts 19, with teaching that challenges believers to stay awake, stay focused, and keep moving toward who God has called them to be. #BookOfActs #BibleStudy #Acts19 #GreatAwakening #ChristianTeaching

A Study of the Book of Acts with Paul's Writings - Lesson 115 - Chapter 19 - Michael the Protector

In this lesson from A Study of the Book of Acts with Paul's Writings, the focus is on Acts 19, spiritual push back, and Michael the Protector. Alan Smith teaches on the pressure believers face when the gospel confronts false ideas, pride, and resistance, both in the natural world and in the unseen realm. The message calls Christians to stay teachable, stay humble, and keep faith in Jesus Christ and Him crucified. Alan warns against deception, especially the kind that comes from thinking we already know everything. He also talks about the love of God as something the Holy Spirit gives, not something we produce on our own. That same love shapes how believers treat other people, how they approach God's Word, and how they respond when their own opinions get tested. This teaching also connects Daniel 10 and 12 with the idea of spiritual warfare and delayed answers to prayer. Michael's role as a protector is brought into view as a reminder that God defends His people even when the battle is hidden. Prayer, perseverance, and discernment are central themes throughout the message. Alan also revisits the relationship between George Whitefield and Benjamin Franklin, and how their work helped shape the Great Awakening and American history. He then draws a line between the gospel's effect in Ephesus and the push back believers still face today when truth confronts false worship and false systems. If you want a teaching that challenges pride, strengthens faith, and keeps the focus on the authority of God's Word, this message is worth your time. Watch, think, and compare everything to Scripture. #BookOfActs #Daniel10 #SpiritualWarfare #BibleTeaching #TheSmithAndRowlandShow