Book of Acts, The Bible Teaching Commentary: Recent Episodes
Paul J. Bucknell
Tue, 21 May 2019 ACTS: Actively Changing Through the Spirit is a Bible exposition through the Book of Acts tracing the powerful kingdom plan being put into effect by the power of the Holy Spirit. Includes articles, maps, commentary, powerpoints, pdfs, podcasts, etc. https://www.foundationsforfreedom.net
The Bible exposition on Acts 15:1-36 helps us see how the Lord shaped the identity of the early church through the way the Jerusalem Church Council resolved some key theological issues such as salvation by faith and not by works. At the same time it gives us a model on how to solve disagreements.
When He sent the Holy Spirit, God planned to do great things. His design has a purpose. The purpose implies the church's responsibility. This is His mission. This is our mission.
Provides a survey of Acts and two outlines for the Book of Acts as well as an index for BFF Acts articles, powerpoints and audio/video podcasts.
This Acts map shows Paul's first and second Missionary Journeys that are described in the Book of Acts. A blank map is provided.
This Acts Map shows Paul's third Missionary Journey and trip to Rome that are described in the Book of Acts. A blank map is provided.
Acts 15:22-36's Biblical exposition highlights the need of proper communication in creating and maintaing good relationships. These are true for church discussions but also for marriages, friendships and good working situations (Part 7 of 7).
Acts 15's discussion on the Jerusalem Church Council provides guiding principles for church councils as well as conclusions on how to respond to wayward church councils. A chart of major church councils is provided. This page also summarizes teachings from Acts 15:13-21 (Part 6 of 7).
Acts 15:19-21's Bible exposition on Resolve the Problem gives us an excellent model on how to discuss a touchy issue on how one is saved by grace through faith and how the three requests for the Gentiles to abstain are related to this decision (Part 5 of 7).
Acts 15:13-21's Bible exposition on Resolve the Problem gives us an excellent model on how to use the scripture to discern God's purposes and make important decsions when there are differing opinions. Also included is special discussion on being saved by grace through faith and how the three requests for the Gentiles to abstain are related to this decision (Part 4 of 7).
The Bible exposition on Acts 15:6-12 Discuss the Problem with Peter, Paula and Barnabas provides great insight on how to make good solide decisions and on how to make large group decisons. This is point 2 of part A Making Important Decisions (part 3 of 7).
The Bible exposition on Acts 15:1-5 Making Important Decisions (part 2 of 7) helps us see the first part of rightly handling difficult decisions between believers - one has to detect the problem. This issue of the need for circumcision is a signficant one that would have longstanding implications.
The Bible exposition Making Significant Decisions on Acts 15:1-36 helps us see how the Lord shaped the identity of the early church through the way the Jerusalem Church Council resolved some key theological issues such as salvation by faith and not by works. At the same time it gives us a model on how to solve disagreements (Part 1 of 7).
Acts 7 Affirming Motivation is the last part of the Bible exposition of Get Motivated for the Kingdom of God on Acts 6:8-7:60 which reveals Stephen's deep convictions which formed the basis of his life motivation in life as he faced martyrdom.
Acts 6:9-15 Uncompromising Motivation is part 3/4 of the Bible exposition Get Motivated for the Kingdom of God and provides for us Stephen's brave example on how his motivation to serve the Lord was not at all lessened by intense opposition or threats of martyrdom.
Acts 6:5-8 Understanding Motivation is part 2 of 4 of the Bible exposition of Get Motivated for the Kingdom of God on Acts 6-7 that explains Stephen's motivation. Right purpose + sufficient power + enduring hope = good motivation.
The Bible exposition of Get Motivated for the Kingdom of God on Acts 6-7 challenge us on how to get rightly motivated for God’s work through the example of Stephen who was filled with the Holy Spirit and grace of God. (Part 1 of 4).
The mp3 Bible exposition of Get Motivated for the Kingdom of God on Acts 6-7 challenge us on how to get rightly motivated for God’s work through the example of Stephen who was filled with the Holy Spirit and grace of God.
Purpose of Podcast movie: A Bible exposition of The Antioch Church Model on Acts 13:1-3 shows how the Spirit of God shapes churches that actually are great examples for us. Are we ready for the challenge? Why after two millenniums do we still not get it straight?
A Bible exposition of A Mission Church (Acts 13:3) highlights how the Antioch Church was a model for a mission-minded church. They were open to sending their best leaders to various parts of the world (Part 5 of 5).
A Bible exposition of A God-seeking Church on Acts 13:2 is largely a study on what 'ministering to the Lord' means and how this group of leaders earnestly sought the Lord (Part 4 of 5).
A Bible exposition of A Diverse Church (Acts 13:1) illustrates the great diversity already part of the church even at that early stages (Part 3 of 5). They were not only different races, but cultures, classes and languages.
A Bible exposition on Acts 13:1, A Developed Church, which gives us a remarkaeable picture of the mature leadership team there at the Antioch church. Why are our churches leadership function more as a pope than a leadership team? (Part 2 of 5).
A Bible exposition of The Antioch Church Model on Acts 13:1-3 shows how the Spirit of God shapes churches that actually are great examples for us. Are we ready for the challenge? Why after two millenniums do we still not get it straight? (Part 1 of 5).
The Bible video podcast exposition with slides of Be Saved! on Acts 2:14-40 shows the power of the Spirit of God as the birth of the new church era and why three thousand people came to know the Lord on one day. The Explanation of Pentecost (Acts 2:14-21), The Focus on Jesus Christ (Acts 2:22-36) and The Exhortation to the People (Acts 2:37-40).
The Exhortation to the People is part 3 of 3 on Acts 2:37-40 which records the response of the broken hearted listeners to Peter's message. Through this message we gain special insight into what God is looking for in our own hearts as we seek salvation.
The Focus on Jesus Christ in Acts 2:22-36 focuses on the prediction, fulfillment and significance of Jesus the Messiah's death, resurrection and ascension.
This Bible exposition on Acts 2:14-40 shows the power of the Spirit of God as the birth of the new church era and why three thousand people came to know the Lord on one day. The Explanation of Pentecost is part 1 of 3 on Acts 2:14-21 which focuses on the meaning and implications of Pentecost on the year Jesus died.
Acts 1:9-11, The Lord's United Design, serves as the last of four parts in The Kingdom Plan and Purpose series on 1:6-11 that unites God's plan with His power, His mission with the Holy Spirit. Every strong believer clearly lives for God's purpose by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Acts 1:8, The Lord Empowers His People, the third of four sections, shows how through giving the Holy Spirit to the disciples God empowered them to be His witnesses and accomplish His great kingdom plans.
Acts 1:6-8, The Lord's Great Plan, the second of four sections, shows how the disciples again focused on their comforts rather than God's plan. God's plan expands His kingdom through three developmental stages from Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria right to the very ends of the world.
When He sent the Holy Spirit, God planned to do great things. His design has a purpose. The purpose implies the church's responsibility. This is His mission. This is our mission.