Of the prophets and teachers in the church of antioch, 1. Sergius paulus had his court prognosticator, elymas. Barnabas, and simeon who was called niger, and lucius of cyrene, and manaen who had been brought up with herod the tetrarch, and saul. There are eleven chapters in acts that contain no reference to the spirit. Saul is here for the first time called paul, and never after saul. Acts chapter 10 coffmans commentary of the new testament. Publication of any commentary or other bible reference work produced for commercial sale that uses the new living translation requires written permission for use of the nlt text. Study the bible online using commentary on acts and more. This chapter is concerned exclusively with the conversion of cornelius, the same event also being under consideration in acts 11. Commentary on the book of acts of the apostles matthew. An understandable version of acts translation by william e. Barnabas, simeon called iger, lucius of cyrene, manaen who had been brought up with herod the tetrarch and saul. However, for the casual reader who wishes to learn more about the linguistic, historical, cultural, literary, and theological aspects of acts, this would be a really good choice.
In noticing the comparison between the incident of ananias and sapphira and achan in the book of joshua, it is interesting also to look at the contrasts. What a commentary on the mystery and sovereignty of divine grace that. This is for the casual bible study person not for someone that likes depth. There were in the church at antioch certain prophets and teachers. This commentary has been through advanced checking.
Acts commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this. Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy english. At perga john mark forsakes them at antioch in pisidia, paul preaches with glorious effect the jews, enraged, expel them out of their coasts. This is the first use of the word church in the book of acts. By that time, however, the appearance of a large number of gentiles from the city had so disconcerted the jews that. Acts of the apostles 2 commentary new testament matthew. Luke mentions the city name five times in acts chapter 1. Philip and peter had each played a part in the gradual expansion of the church beyond the limits of judaism. Study guide for acts 5 by david guzik blue letter bible. This commentary on acts treats pauls first missionary journey after he and barnabas were sent out by the church in antioch. Barnabas, simeon called niger, lucius of cyrene, manaen who had been brought up with herod the tetrarch and saul. More than half of the book of acts chapters 28 chronicles pauls missionary activity.
The unity of the spirit felt by the first christians when the. The governor invited barnabas and saul to visit him, for he wanted to hear the word of god. A good study bible we recommend the following features. Welcome to ivy baptist churchs bible study on demand before beginning this study, please take an opportunity to download the worksheet for this bible study. Acts of the apostles chapter thirteen objectives in studying this chapter 1 to trace the route of paul and barnabas on their missionary journey 2 to give special attention to their evangelistic methods and message 3 to notice that people judge themselves unworthy of eternal life, not god. Casual occurrences, particularly the persecution at jerusalem ac 8. As a result, the other apostles were not pleased with peters actions. Acts chapter questions for discussion the living word. Acts chapter commentary northwest college of the bible. Luke introduces pauls two names casually, as though he already has both names. We do not recommend loose translations or oneman translations. Commentary on the book of acts of the apostles by matthew. In consequence of this they fasted, prayed, and laid their hands. We shouldnt miss the connection between the purity preserved in the first part of the chapter with the death of ananias and the fear of god among the christians and the power displayed here.
Aug 28, 2009 41 videos play all book of acts full movie the visual bible biblemovies. Study acts using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. At paphos they meet with barjesus or elymas, a jewish sorcerer, who endeavoured to prevent the deputy of the island from receiving the. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament.
Some think it refers to pauls physical size, others to his own personal evaluation of himself as the least of the apostles because he persecuted the church. Saul is in antioch of syria, the church there is composed partly of. Is an academic qualification essential for ministry. Casual occurrences, particularly the persecution at jerusalem acts 8. Perga was the metropolis of pamphylia, on the river. It was when the day of pentecost was fully come, in which there seems to be a reference to the manner of the expression in the institution of this feast, where it is said lev. Barnabas and saul are called and sent by the holy spirit. Acts commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. Our story starts off where the gospel of luke left offjesus is back now that hes resurrected, jesus decides to hang out and chat with his disciples whom luke calls apostles for forty days. Luke presents the situation casually, as though no controversy occurs over it. Acts commentary commentary critical and explanatory. Antioch will soon become a missionsponsoring church, sending paul and barnabas on tours of evangelism.
Here is the launch point for formally taking the gospel of christ to the rest of the world. Separate me barnabas and saul for the work to which i have called them this was not ordaining them. They depart, and travel to seleucia, cyprus, and salamis, preaching in the jewish synagogues, 4,5. The fact that the vast majority of the references to the holy spirit in the book of acts are found in the first half of the book has raised a question mark after the contention that the concept of the holy spirit determines the structure of acts. Some think it refers to pauls physical size, others to his own personal evaluation of himself as the least of. In these names we see that the lord raises up instruments for his work, from various places and stations in life. The first seven chapters of this book might be entitled, the church among the jews. Perga was the metropolis of pamphylia, on the river cestrus, and about seven miles inland from attalia. The holy spirit in the book of acts preaching source. By that time, however, the appearance of a large number of gentiles from the city had so disconcerted the jews that they became hostile toward the apostles acts. Acts chapter 11 starts with peter going back to jerusalem after he preached the gospel to a gentile centurion named cornelius. Acts commentary matthew henrys complete commentary on.
Concise presentation notes by charles dailey black underlined words match words in the bible text. Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy. Barnabas, simeon who was called niger, lucius of cyrene, manaen who had been brought up with herod the tetrarch, and saul. Most can be obtained from a good religious bookstore. Now as they spoke to the people, the priests, the captain of the temple, and the sadducees came upon them, being greatly disturbed that they taught the people and preached in jesus the resurrection from the dead. Who separated barnabus and saul for the work of gods ministry.
During this time, the jews were regarded as a favored people and many thought that salvation was only meant for them. Jun 19, 20 welcome to ivy baptist churchs bible study on demand before beginning this study, please take an opportunity to download the worksheet for this bible study. Acts commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. The reader is now prepared for the grand opening of the kingdom in acts, chapter 2. Luke leaves peter in jerusalem, to whom he will return in chapter 12 and then. In joshua, god expected the people of god themselves to execute the judgment upon the offender. Acts commentary matthew henrys complete commentary. Personal repentance and new life through baptism must lead to a committed group of believers who share their property and wealth, and take care of each other. Commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible.
All of chapter 21 is about jerusalem, as are chapters 22, 23, and 24. Some, however, made fun of them and said, they have had too much wine. Contents viii a note to readers ixx introduction to the new living translation xvv why the life application study biblee is unique xviii what is application. Now today we are going to jump right in where we left off in our last lesson, and that would be acts chapter 2. Paul was ordained long before, and that not of men, neither by man. We stand in this passage at the beginning of a great step forward. At perga john mark forsakes them at antioch in pisidia, paul preaches with glorious effect. I find beginning at jerusalem to be the most highly detailed commentary on acts available today pending keeners due summer of 2012. Acts commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. See detailed description of antioch in acts 11 commentary.
Top 5 commentaries on the book of acts ligonier ministries. But in acts, god took this type of judgment out of the churchs hand and did it himself. After pages of introduction, dunn steps through the book of acts dealing with each pericope on an exegetical level, but much more attention is paid to historical and theological matters. Now there were at antioch, in the church that was there, prophets and teachers. The reason for four stars is that there are many outstanding commentaries on acts, and this is by no means the best. Howard marshall, the acts of the apostles grand rapids. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of acts. David guzik commentary on acts describes the start of pauls first missionary journey as barnabas and saul are called by the holy spirit. Let us listen well to the words of our text, and let us seek to learn what the jerusalem council meant for those in that day, as well as for christians today.
Read acts commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible concise. Paul takes the gospel to cyprus and asia minor acts 12. Acts indepth commentary and versebyverse bible study of acts chapter in plain english for everyone to understand. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. Nero had his court astrologers, who predicted his rule of the east, including sovereignty over jerusalem. By command of the holy spirit the church appoints saul and barnabas to a particular work, 2,3. Would you say pauls judgement on the sorcerer was harsh. Acts commentary james burton coffman commentaries on the.
Lukes devoting so much space to the narrative of a single conversion indicates the importance of it. And today it is not unheard of that world leaders consult astrologers as they schedule key events. With peter, the emphasis is the jewish church in jerusalem and judea. Acts 14 now at iconium they entered together into the. Acts comme tary edited by gle pease 1 ow in the church at antioch there were prophets and teachers. Why do many preachers say the holy spirit raised jesus from the dead. Acts commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. Read acts commentary using commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible.
A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. He preaches to the gentiles, and is persecuted by the jews. Acts of the apostles, new living translation nlt the. Acts commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, filling six volumes, provides an exhaustive look at every verse in the bible.
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