We who preach the gospel must not think of ourselves as public relations agents sent to establish good will between Christ and the world. We must not imagine ourselves commissioned to make Christ acceptable to big business, the press, the world of sports or modern education. We are not diplomats but prophets, and our message is not a compromise but an ultimatum. A.W. Tozer
Therefore let God-inspired Scripture decide between us; and on whichever side be found doctrines in harmony with the word of God, in favor of that side will be cast the vote of truth. --Basil of Caesarea
Once you learn to discern, there's no going back. You will begin to spot the lie everywhere it appears.

I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, because He considered me faithful, putting me into service. 1 Timothy 1:12

Thursday, March 21, 2019

Personal Bible Notes: Acts


Refer to my 9/25/18 post about the margin notes in my Bible, and why I decided to share them on this blog.

1:1-2: Jesus personally taught the apostles.
1:11: Jesus will not return secretly.
1:14: Jesus has real brothers.
1:21-22: Requirements for selection as apostles.

2:1: “Pentecost.” The day Moses received the 10 Commandments, 50 days after Passover (7 weeks).
2:11: Tongues are REAL languages, not esoteric angelic languages.
2:38-39: Reflects what comes before: repentance and faith in Christ.

5:12: Signs of the apostles.
5:32: Believers HAVE the Spirit.

8:27: eunuch:  Not permitted in the temple.
8:38-39: Went into the water, i.e. immersion is true baptism.

10:1-6: Notice there was no condemnation for him being a soldier.
10:15: compare with Mark 7:19.

14:3:  Signs authenticated the apostles.
14:17: Unbelievers have no excuse.

16: 4: Jerusalem leadership is authoritative.
16:30-31: Message is to all, accepted by faith, baptism followed salvation.

17: 27: God wants and allows all people to seek Him.
17: 30: God commands all to repent, contrary to Calvinism saying man is unable to do so. Command to means able.

20:29: Wolves will be in the assembly.



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