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Intro: Paul and Silas had been beaten and put in jail in the city of Philippi but God miraculously delivered them and the prisoners. When the keeper of the prison realized this, he was about to commit suicide when Paul cried out "harm yourself we are all still here!" After bringing Paul and Silas out of the prison, the guard asked: "what must I do to be saved?" To which they answered: 1. Believe on The Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved. V. 31 • They told him to call on the only name that can save. Acts 4:12 • They told him to call on the only one who can save. Romans 10:9 • Believe on Jesus and your soul will be saved. John 3:16; Mark 8:36 • Believe on Jesus and your life will be saved. Luke 9:24; Mark 8:35 2. Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and your family will be saved. V31c • There is no greater joy than to know our family is going to Heaven. Luke 10:20b; 15:7 • The jailer's entire household believed on Jesus. V. 32; Joshua 24:15 • The jailer and all his family were baptized. V. 33 3. Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you can help others know Jesus! • Paul and Silas had the joy of being soulwinners. Acts 16:25,31 • The jailer rejoiced because he helped his family believe.V. 34 Conclusion: Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved, your family will be saved, and you can have the most wonderful life: telling others about Jesus!

Eight Reasons Why the Gospel is Glorious Part 3 | Adult Bible Class

Lesson Three: The Gospel is Glorious because of its power Text: Romans 1:14-16 Intro: The entire premise of Christianity lies in the power of the gospel. To know and comprehend the power of the gospel changes one's life forever = Paul. 1. The Gospel is the power of God. • The very words of the gospel have power. Rom.1:16b; 1 Cor. 1:17; 2:4 • Jesus forgives sin by the power of God= the gospel. Matt.9:6,28:18 • Our faith is in the power of God. Rom. 10:17, 1 Cor 2:5 2. The Gospel is empowered with God. • The disciples were instructed to wait for this power. Luke 24:46-49 • The Holy Spirit gives power to preach gospel. Acts 1:8 • When the Holy Spirit empowers us then the gospel is preached. Acts 2:21, 23-24; 4:33 Ref. Eph. 5:18; Ref. Gal. 5:16 3. The Gospel has the power to save. • Power to save those whom believe it. John 1:12 • Power to power to save from hell. John 3:16-17,36 • Power to give eternal life. John 5:24; Rev. 20:6 • Power to change. 1 Cor. 6:11; 2 Cor. 5:17; Eph.2:1 Conclusion: Knowing its power how could we possibly be ashamed of the Gospel?

Through It All Part 7

#7: Handling Unjust Criticism Isaiah 43:2 I. The Source of Criticism Numbers 12:1 II. The Spirit of Moses Numbers 12:2–3 ● Hebrews 13:17 ● Psalm 38:13 III. The Stand of God Numbers 12:4 Verse 5 ● Luke 8:17 ● Numbers 12:7-8 IV. The Supplication of Moses Numbers 12:10, 13 Four Principles for Handling Unjust Criticism 1. Remember Your Position 1 Corinthians 4:1 Ministers (Greek: Huperetes — "under-rower") ● 1 Corinthians 15:9 ● Ephesians 3:8 ● 1 Timothy 1:15 2. Rejoice in Your Privilege 1 Corinthians 4:1 ● 2 Corinthians 4:7 3. Reject Man's Pronouncement 1 Corinthians 4:3–6 Three Courts 1. The Court of Others ● Verse 3 2. The Court of Self ● Verse 3 3. The Court of God ● Verse 4 4. Rest in God's Promise 1 Corinthians 4:5

Eight Reasons Why the Gospel is Glorious Part 2 | Adult Bible Class

LESSON TWO: THE GOSPEL IS GLORIOUS BECAUSE OF ITS MESSAGE INTRO: Last week we saw the Gospel is glorious because of its definition: Glorious = "DOXA" = Glory. Gospel = "evangelion" = good news. Today we will see the Gospel is glorious because of the profound message it conveys. 1. The Gospel is the message of love. 1 John 4:8 = God's attribute • The message of the Father's love. John 17:23 - The Father loves us as He loves Jesus. = "Profound" - The Father loves the world. John 3:16; Rom. 5:8 = Profound - The Father loved us first, 1 John 4:10, 19 = Profound • The message of Jesus' love. - The gospel is about Jesus' love for His Farther. John 14:31 - The gospel is about Jesus' love for souls. Luke 19:10; Jh 10:11 - The gospel is about Jesus' greatest love. John 15:13; Lk 23:34 • The message of love is our motivation for sharing the gospel. 2 Cor.5:14; 1 Cor. 9:22-23; John 13:34 2. The Gospel is the message of sacrifice. 1 Cor. 6:20 = A great price! • The price was the death of Jesus. 1 Cor. 15:3; Phil. 2:8 • The price was the precious blood of Jesus. 1 Peter 1:18-19 • The price was the suffering of Jesus. 1 Pet. 1:21,24; Ps 22:1,14 3. The Gospel is the message of reconciliation. 2 Cor. 5:18-19 • We were in the wrong = enemies of God. Col. 1:21 • God restored us to Himself. 2 Cor. 5:18 • God did this by the incarnation. 2 Cor. 5:19a = JESUS Ref. Col. 2:9 Conc. We have been given the responsibility to preach the gospel. 2 Cor. 5:19b

Through It All Part 6

Part 6: Surviving Betrayal Matthew 24:10 Isaiah 43:2 Matthew 24:10 pic Jesus' prophecy concerning the last days. Pics: ● Lucifer rebelling against God and leading angels in rebellion. ● Cain betraying (murdering) Abel. ● Joseph betrayed by his brothers. ● Absalom betraying his father, David. ● Ahithophel betraying David (Psalm 55:12–13) ● Judas betraying Jesus (Luke 22:3–4) ● Jesus on the Mount of Olives teaching His disciples about the last days. I. The Offense That Stumbles Us Matthew 24:10 ● Underline: "offended." ● Greek word: Skandalizō (σκανδαλίζω) – from which we get the word scandal; originally referred to a hidden trap or stumbling device. ● Hebrews 12:15 ● Matthew 24:10 – underline: "shall many be offended." II. The Betrayal That Separates Us Matthew 24:10 ● 1 Timothy 1:20 ● Matthew 24:10 ● 1 Corinthians 11:19 ● Luke 2:34-35 ● 1 John 2:19 ● Matthew 10:21 ● Luke 21:16 III. The Hatred That Hardens Us Matthew 24:10 ● 1 John 2:11 Five Biblical Responses 1. Choose Your Companions ● Proverbs 13:20 ● John 2:24 ● Proverbs 22:24–25 ● Proverbs 27:17 ● Proverbs 20:6 2. Continue Your Calling ● Hebrews 12:2 ● 2 Timothy 4:16–17 ● 1 Peter 2:15 3. Cultivate Loyalty ● 1 Samuel 24:6 ● 2 Timothy 4:11 ● Revelation 2:10 4. Conquer Evil with Good ● Romans 12:21 ● Matthew 5:44 5. Count on God's Character ● Genesis 50:20 ● 2 Timothy 4:17