Holy Spirit Draws Believers to those Searching the Scripture

Acts 8:26-40 Click for a description of the mark of the beast.Click for a description of the image of the beast. Holy Spirit led Philip to a eunuch employed under the queen of the Ethiopians. Holy Spirit led Philip to a eunuch us to speak to people where they are in their understanding of the … Continue reading Holy Spirit Draws Believers to those Searching the Scripture →

The Holy Spirit is Beyond the Reach of Personal Enrichment

Acts 8:14-25 Samaritans received the Holy Spirit. Simon rebuked for trying to buy the power of the Holy Spirit with money. Gospel of Jesus Christ shared among the villagers of Samaria. Samaritans received the Holy Spirit. "Now when the apostles who were at Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent Peter … Continue reading The Holy Spirit is Beyond the Reach of Personal Enrichment →

Women of High Standing Stirred Up Against Bible Teachings

Acts 13:49-52 "The word of the Lord spread through the whole region. But the Jewish leaders incited the God-fearing women of high standingand the leading men of the city.They stirred up persecution against Paul and Barnabas and expelled them from their region." "God-fearing women" refers to those who were OK in the eyes of the Jewish authorities … Continue reading Women of High Standing Stirred Up Against Bible Teachings →

Simon the sorcerer comes to Christ after being considered the “great power of God”.

Acts 8:9-13 Click for a description of the mark of the beast.Click for a description of the image of the beast. Simon the sorcerer regarded as the "great power of God". Simon the sorcerer believes and is Baptized in the name of Jesus. Simon the sorcerer regarded as the "great power of God". "But there … Continue reading Simon the sorcerer comes to Christ after being considered the “great power of God”. →

Approval given for the persecution of God’s people

Acts 8:1-8 Persecution and scattering of the followers of Jesus Christ. Burial of Stephen and house-to house raid and imprisonment of Christians. Philip left for Samaria, and many say "Yes" to Christ as demons were cast out. Persecution and scattering of the followers of Jesus Christ. "Now Saul was consenting to his death. At that … Continue reading Approval given for the persecution of God’s people →

Authorities Grit their Teeth at the Gospel of Jesus Christ

Acts 7:54-60 Click for a description of the mark of the beast.Click for a description of the image of the beast. Jewish rulers were extremely infuriated with Stephen for preaching to them in the name of Jesus. Stephen is stoned to death after seeing heaven open and Jesus standing at the right hand of God. … Continue reading Authorities Grit their Teeth at the Gospel of Jesus Christ →

Stephen preaches the Gospel of Jesus Christ and is stoned to death.

Acts 7:1-53 Click for a description of the mark of the beast.Click for a description of the image of the beast. Calling of Abraham: Jesus Christ fulfillment of promise made to Abraham. Joseph, rejected by his brothers, becomes ruler over them: Jesus Christ, rejected by the Jewish people, becomes King of kings. Moses, whom the … Continue reading Stephen preaches the Gospel of Jesus Christ and is stoned to death. →

Stephen accused of blasphemy and brought to the Jewish courts.

Acts 6:8-15 Click for a description of the mark of the beast.Click for a description of the image of the beast. Stephen does signs and wonders and unbelievers start arguments against him. False accusations brought up in court against Stephen. Stephen does signs and wonders and unbelievers start arguments against him. "And Stephen, full of faith … Continue reading Stephen accused of blasphemy and brought to the Jewish courts. →

Spreading the Gospel of Christ While Employed as a Waiter

Acts 6:1-7 Click for a description of the mark of the beast.Click for a description of the image of the beast. Hellenists complain against the Hebrews over the distribution of food. Men full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom chosen to be waiters to wait on food tables. Stephen chosen as one of the waiters … Continue reading Spreading the Gospel of Christ While Employed as a Waiter →

Government Strategy is to Cause Christianity to Die Out

Acts 5:26-42 Click here for a description of the mark of the beast.Click here for a description of the image of the beast. Peter and other Apostles brought before the Jewish council for continuing to preach of Jesus Christ. We ought to obey God than those who put Christ in the grave. Gamaliel decided it … Continue reading Government Strategy is to Cause Christianity to Die Out →