Upperclassmen Monday start-up Tell your 6:00 appointment everything you believe to be true about the Apostle Paul

2 Pray TUESDAY SCHOOL & COUNTRY

Paul ’ s Origin Story… MONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAYFRIDAY NO SCHOOL LABOR DAY ACTS 8-9 SAUL THE SLAUGHTERER ANANIAS GOD’S POWER TO CHANGE PEOPLE ACTS PETER & CORNELIUS SAUL’S PREP PERIOD ACTS ANTIOCH CHURCH PAUL’S 1 st MISSIONARY JOURNEY PAUL’S GRACE SERMON ACTS 9-14 INTRO & ACTS 8-14QUIZ Reading Log Due THIS WEEK IN NEW TESTAMENT LIT

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTER 8 Birth name Saul, a religious Jew, Pharisee. Acts 8:1a And Saul approved of his (Stephen’s) execution. Christian’s were originally called the Way. Acts 8:1b-3 “On that day a great persecution broke out against the church at Jerusalem, and all but the apostles were scattered throughout Judea and Samaria. Godly men buried Stephen and mourned deeply for him. But Saul began to destroy the church. Going from house to house, he dragged off men and women and put them in prison.”

ACTS CHAPTER 8 -The Apostle Philip shares the good news in Samaria. -Simon the Sorcerer received the good news in Jesus with many other Samaritans. -The Apostles stayed living in Jerusalem but would leave the city to teach and preach. ACTS CHAPTER 9 Author of the book of Acts= Luke One of the most significant events in the history of Christianity? Conversion of Saul on the Road to Damascus.

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTER 9 Acts 9:1-9 Saul is stopped on the road to Damascus by Jesus Acts 9:10-16 Ananias answered the Lord, “Here am I.” Ananias is honest with God with his feelings, but still was obedient to God’s request.

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTER 9 Acts 9:17-19a Transformation of Saul… BLIND – Sight SEPERATED FROM GOD – United OLD NATURE- New Creation

Upperclassmen Tuesday start-up What is your favorite part of preparing for Christian service? Least favorite? Tell your 9:00.

5 FINGER WEDNESDAY 5 FINGER PRAYER IN PARTNERS

Paul ’ s Origin Story… MONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAYFRIDAY NO SCHOOL LABOR DAY ACTS 8-9 SAUL THE SLAUGHTERER ANANIAS GOD’S POWER TO CHANGE PEOPLE ACTS PETER & CORNELIUS SAUL’S PREP PERIOD ACTS ANTIOCH CHURCH PAUL’S 1 st MISSIONARY JOURNEY PAUL’S GRACE SERMON ACTS 9-14 INTRO & ACTS 8-14QUIZ Reading Log Due THIS WEEK IN NEW TESTAMENT LIT

Paul ’ s Origin Story… Acts 9:19b-31 (v22) But Saul increased all thee more in strength, and confounded the Jews who lived in Damascus by proving that Jesus was the Christ. Jews want to kill Saul. His friends save him using a basket. Saul travels to Jerusalem to meet the Apostles of Jesus. They are afraid until trusted friend Barnabas tells them what happened. Saul preaches freely in Jerusalem until they want to kill him. Then he ships off for his home…Tarsus.

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTERS A Roman centurion named Cornelius accepted Jesus offer of salvation. He and his family were baptized. -Cornelius was the first recorded Gentile conversion. Proof that the good news is for all people and not just those of Jewish heritage. -The apostle Peter had to be convinced that this was ok. God used unclean food as an example. Peter ate according to the Law of Moses. God said “Go ahead and eat anything you can kill.” Peter was confused by this but it happened three times.

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTERS This led to Peter’s openness to share the good news with Cornelius. -Peter tells the church family about this development. They praise God’s goodness. Before chapter 13 all the people who have trusted Jesus for salvation have been one of three things… 1.Jewish 2.Part-Jewish 3.Jewish God-fearing

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTERS Acts 11:19-26 Barnabas brings Saul to Antioch Antioch is the first place followers of Jesus are called Christians. Christian- (n) a person who has received Christ Jesus as Savior and Lord and is indwelled by the Holy Spirit of God.

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTERS Acts 11:27-30 Barnabas and Saul bring supplies to help fight famine to Jerusalem. ACTS CHAPTER 12 James has been put to death by King Herod. Peter has been arrested by King Herod. He is miraculously delivered by God (Acts 12:3-24)

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTER 12 King Herod dies. Barnabas and Saul return home after famine service. Acts 12:25 And Barnabas and Saul returned from Jerusalem when they had completed their service, bring with them John whose other name was Mark. How we serve in small things will shed light on our usefulness in greater things. (Luke 16:10)

Upperclassmen Thursday start-up What is the best sermon you have ever heard? Tell your 6:00 appointment.

THEME THURSDAY PRAY THROUGH THE SCHOOL THEME AND HE SAID TO HIM, “Love the lord your god with all your heart AND with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the great and first commandment. AND a second is like it: you shall love your neighbor as yourself.” MT. 22:37-39

Paul ’ s Origin Story… MONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAYFRIDAY NO SCHOOL LABOR DAY ACTS 8-9 SAUL THE SLAUGHTERER ANANIAS GOD’S POWER TO CHANGE PEOPLE ACTS PETER & CORNELIUS SAUL’S PREP PERIOD ACTS ANTIOCH CHURCH PAUL’S 1 st MISSIONARY JOURNEY PAUL’S GRACE SERMON ACTS 9-14 INTRO & ACTS 8-14QUIZ Reading Log Due THIS WEEK IN NEW TESTAMENT LIT

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTER 13 Acts 13:1-3 Leaders of the Church of Antioch -Barnabas -Simeon (Niger) -Lucias of Cyrene -Manaen -Saul The Holy Spirit selects Saul and Barnabas to go be missionaries.

Paul ’ s Origin Story… FIRST MISSIONARY JOURNEY Travelers- Saul, Barnabas, John Mark Main Route- Cyprus and Turkey Distance Traveled- 1,400 miles.

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTER 13 Acts 13:6-12 Saul vs Elymas the sorcerer Acts 13:9 The first time Saul is called Paul. Elymas is blinded, the proconsul believes, John Mark goes home.

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTER 13 Acts 13:13-41 Paul’s first recorded sermon. 1. Historical Narrative (v.16-25)- Credo of Israel a. Addresses a mixed crowd of Jews and Gentiles b. God’s mighty acts in Israel’s history c. Israelites view of David’s reign as the zenith of prophecy d. Paul sees Jesus as the zenith of prophecy e. Introduces John the Baptist as the forerunner of the One, in a way the last of the prophets.

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTER 13 Part 1- Accomplished the encouragement the people sought. The God who acted in Israel’s past has also acted in the most recent past to fulfill the promises of the coming One in whom the promises of future blessings would become present possibilities.

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTER Message of Salvation (v.26-31) a. Again addresses a mixed crowd. It is for all. b. Lack of recognition on the Jewish part of the Messiah. c. Crucifixion d. Fact of the resurrection as an act of God. e. Witnesses of the resurrection of Jesus. Part 2-Accomplished a full presentation of the Gospel message.

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTER 13 3.Argument from Scripture (v32-37) a.God is a promise keeper. By raising up Jesus we receive something. b.Psalm 2:7 is quoted to show Jesus was raised up by God. c.Isaiah 55:3 is quoted to show God promised to raise Jesus. d.Psalm 16:10 is used as analogy to prove Isaiah 55:3 Part 3- Accomplished the Scripture support of Jesus’s resurrection and by that power all believers receive the blessing of resurrection as well.

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTER Conclusion (v38-41) a.Through Jesus forgiveness of sins is for you b.Through Jesus everyone who believes is set free from sin. (Justified) c.Warning from Habakkuk 1:5 Part 4- Accomplished giving the audience true encouragement. Freedom and victory in Jesus Christ. Acts 13:42-43

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTER 13 Acts 13:44-47 Reaction- Powerful message. House packed the next week. Second message rejected by Jews. Acts 13:48-52 Gentiles excited and receptive. Rich and powerful run Paul and Barnabas out of town.

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTER 14 Acts 14:1-7 Some people like the news Some people really don’t like the news. God gives Paul the ability to do miracles as he tells people about grace. Mob teams up to kill Paul and Barnabas. So they snuck away. Acts 14:8-18 Paul heals a crippled man…leading to he and Barnabas being worshipped as gods.

Paul ’ s Origin Story… ACTS CHAPTER 14 Acts 14:19,20 Paul stoned and left for dead. But he is not dead. Acts 14:21-23 People are being transformed all around. Paul demonstrates his trust in God by returning to the dangerous towns. Acts 14:24-28

Paul ’ s Origin Story… NEXT UP PAUL WRITES A LETTER TO THE GALATIANS !

Upperclassmen Quizday start-up Please leave all your gear in the back and turn in your notes.

QUIZ PRAYER “Lord, Help me remember what I know.”

Paul ’ s Origin Story… MONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAYFRIDAY NO SCHOOL LABOR DAY ACTS 8-9 SAUL THE SLAUGHTERER ANANIAS GOD’S POWER TO CHANGE PEOPLE ACTS PETER & CORNELIUS SAUL’S PREP PERIOD ACTS ANTIOCH CHURCH PAUL’S 1 st MISSIONARY JOURNEY PAUL’S GRACE SERMON ACTS 9-14 INTRO & ACTS 8-14QUIZ Reading Log Due THIS WEEK IN NEW TESTAMENT LIT