The Acts of the Apostles Peter’s Sermon “Hear These Words” Acts 2 Summary Sunday – June 19, 2016 Many of the slides used in this presentation are prepared by Joe Price and are used and adapted with his permission.

Jesus of Nazareth, Acts 2:22-36 He is Lord and Christ God approved Jesus, Acts 2:22 Miracles (mighty works): Source of power Wonders: Effect they had on people Signs: Testimony of divine approval, John 3:2; 5:36 Reasonable and reasoned approach: Even His enemies did not deny His miracles, John 11:47 (Matthew 12:24)

Jesus of Nazareth, Acts 2:22-36 He is Lord and Christ You killed Jesus, Acts 2:23 God knew the crucifixion would happen Determined purpose and foreknowledge, Luke 22:22; Acts 3:18; 4:28; 26:22-23 No accident; God was not taken by surprise (Matthew 16:21; 17:23; Matthew 26:24; Luke 24:25-27, 46; Ephesians 3:10-11 ) “Delivered up” by the Jews to the Romans

Jesus of Nazareth, Acts 2:22-36 He is Lord and Christ God raised up Jesus, Acts 2:24-32 Fulfilled prophecy, 2:24-31 David, 2:24-29, 31; Psalms 16:8-11 God’s oath to David, 2:30; 2 Samuel 7:12-13 Eyewitnesses, 2:32 The apostles with miraculous, confirming signs (Mark 16:20) 1 Corinthians 15

Jesus of Nazareth, Acts 2:22-36 He is Lord and Christ God exalted Jesus, Acts 2:33-35 Proof: Presence of Holy Spirit, 2:33 Jesus promised this, John 14:12; 15:26 Holy Spirit is now with them (tongues) At God’s right hand, 2:34-35 (Psalms 110:1); Daniel 7:13-14; Ephesians 1:22-23

Jesus of Nazareth, Acts 2:22-36 He is Lord and Christ Conclusion: Application, Acts 2:36 Clear, concise, conclusive, and convincing Not delivered with anger or contempt Intended to convict the sinners of their sin, and save them, John 16:8-9

Results of Sermon, Acts 2:37-41 The Lost are Saved Effect of the truth on good hearts, 2:37 Plea of convicted believers, 2:37 Remedy is stated, 2:38-40 Repent and be baptized for remission of sins, 2:38 Receive the gift of the Holy Spirit, 2:38 Promise of salvation is available to all, 2:39; 2:21 Many words of exhortation, 2:40

Results of Sermon, Acts 2:37-41 The Lost are Saved “Repent ye, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ unto the remission of your sins.” Matthew 26:28 “for this is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many unto remission of sins.” Response of convicted believers, 2:41

Results of Salvation, Acts 2:42-47 The Church of Christ Saved were added to the church, 2:41, 47 Faithful continuance, 2:42-43 (single- mindedness) Unity of believers, 2:44-46; John 17:20 Favor with God and all the people, 2:47

Results of Salvation, Acts 2:42-47 The Church of Christ “And they continued stedfastly. 1 Corinthians 15:58; 2 Peter 1:5-11 in the apostles' teaching. Acts 13:5ff and fellowship, koinōnia, partnership of those sharing something in common. in the breaking of bread (Matthew 26:26- 29; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26). and the prayers.” a regular part of our lives