Series: BOLD
Peter and John
Acts 3 & 4
When we come to Chapters 3 and 4 in Acts, opposition to the gospelis growing. As enemies of the gospel arise, the early church faces them with boldness.
a miracle
Acts 3:1-10
God uses the miraculous to draw attention to the message of Jesus.
a sermon
Acts 3:11-26
The veracity of the resurrectionleads people to join the early believers.
an inquisition
Acts 4:1-21
People are open to conversations about God, but Jesus is thedividing line of humanity.
the response
Acts 4:22-31
Honestyand transparencywere vital to the early church.
growing in boldness
Have a personal relationshipwith Jesus.
Acknowledge the possibility of opposition.
In fact, all who want to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted. 2 Timothy 3:12
Be convinced of the gospel.
Balancetruthand grace.
Trust in the sovereignty of God.
Live to please God, not men.
