“Gracious Transformation” Acts 9:1-22

“Gracious Transformation” Acts 9:1-22

  1. GRACIOUS TRANSFORMATION TAKES T______. II Peter 3:9
    1. Saul was in Jerusalem as a S__________ of Gamaliel.
    2. Saul was zealous for maintaining P______ unto God.
    3. Saul had witnessed the R__________ of those whom he jailed.
    4. The blinding light S_________ Saul into reevaluating his beliefs. Saul was sincere in his beliefs but he was sincerely wrong.
  2. GRACIOUS TRANSFORMATION TAKES R_______________.      Acts 2:38; Acts 3:19
    1. All P_______ need to repent and return to God: all have sinned. Romans 3:23; Luke 13:2-5; Acts 17:30
    2. Repentance is an A________ verb and command. I John 1:8-10
    3. Saul waited in blindness three days as he E___________ See Acts 22 & 26
    4. Saul had to change his understanding to B_________ in Jesus.
    5. God continues to transform H________ of all who believe Jesus.
  3. GRACIOUS TRANSFORMATION TAKES O____________.
    1. Saul’s blinding introduction to Christ W______ him to reality.
    2. Ananias of Damascus also had to G______ in obedience.
    3. Saul had to submit all of his T________ to Jesus. Galatians 1:17f
    4. Saul obeyed the command to W______ away his sin. Acts 22:16
    5. Saul began P_________ and writing to others of their need. Acts 16:33; 18:8; 19:3f; Romans 6:1f; Galatians 3:27; Colossians 2:12

Saul accepted God’s gracious transformation. Have you?

“The Real Power” Acts 8:4-24

“The Real Power” Acts 8:4-24

  1. BEWARE OF SELF-PROCLAIMED P_________.
    1. Simon the Sorcerer achieved his greatness through M_______.
    2. Jesus warns against following F_______ Matthew 24:24; Colossians 3:17, 23
    3. The real source of all power is G___.
  2. GENUINE POWER COMES FROM GOD BY HIS M___________.
    1. Philip served others in the power of the S________ of God.
    2. Simon and the crowds were A__________ at the miracles.
    3. This divine power was a fulfillment of Christ’s P__________. Acts 1:8; 8:17-18
    4. The Holy Spirit D_________ which gift He will give to a believer. I Corinthians 12:1-11
    5. Gifts of Spirit are different from His P__________. John 16:7f; Acts 2:38; Galatians 5:22-23
  3. REAL POWER OF GOD CAN NOT BE B__________.
    1. God’s power has never been for S_______ to anyone.
    2. The power of God is displayed throughout His
    3. God has given Christians some of His power for F______. Romans 1:16; Acts 8:4
    4. God’s power isn’t limited to M__________ performed by some.                                                                      I John 1:8-10

LET’S ALLOW THE REAL POWER TO WORK THROUGH US.

“Move ’Em Out!” Acts 8:1-4

“Move ’Em Out!” Acts 8:1-4

This Gospel message of salvation has continued to be spread to all people; sometimes quickly, but often with inconsistency.

  1. THE CHURCH BEGAN WITH A POWERFUL B_______ OF GROWTH.
    1. The great round-up of S_______ began in God’s timing.
    2. The church E____________ into existence in Jerusalem.
    3. The head-count was constantly R________. Acts 2:47; 5:14
  2. THE CHURCH’S GROWTH SPURT WAS ABOUT TO GO B______.
    1. Total failure was avoided when D__________ were ordained.
    2. The Apostles were only fulfilling 1st part of their Acts 1:8; John 3:16
    3. God had to S_______ up the church, allowing Stephen’s death.
    4. God used the H________ of His enemies to motivate the church. God had more plans.
  3. THE CHURCH SCATTERED WITH THE MESSAGE OF NEW L_____. Romans 8:28
    1. Satan’s effort to stop and D__________ the church helped God’s plan.
    2. The scattered believers continued to T______ about Jesus.
    3. Even through their H_____________, they shared the Gospel.
    4. God allowed S________ to crack the whip over His chosen ones.

Will we MOVE OUT into our surroundings to reach as many people as possible? Let’s pray that we not face some terrible persecution that God would SHAKE US AWAKE to our Calling.

“KNOWING GOD”S PLAN” Acts 6:8f; 7:1f

“KNOWING GOD”S PLAN” Acts 6:8f; 7:1f

  1. GOD’S PLAN WILL BE PROCLAIMED BY F___________ WITNESSES.
    1. Stephen was chosen by the church for his strong F_______.
    2. Stephen was full of the Holy Spirit & of W_______.   James 1:5f.
    3. Stephen had a good R______________ among fellow believers.
    4. Stephen was an active W__________ for Jesus Christ.
  2. GOD’S PLAN WILL BE PROCLAIMED BY K__________________ WITNESSES.
    1. Stephen was a S__________ of the scriptures.                                                               Psalm 1:2; 119:11, 119:105.
    2. God helps His servants be M______ than they are on their own. I Thessalonians 5:19.
    3. Stephen had the Bible record committed to M__________.
    4. Stephen B_______ in the message of scripture with all his heart.
  3. GOD’S PLAN WILL BE PROCLAIMED BY C__________ WITNESSES.
    1. Stephen was willing to preach in the M_________ place.
    2. Stephen was committed to preach to the E__________ of Jesus.
    3. Stephen was committed to preach in the face of D_______.
    4. Stephen was F___________to Christ, even to the point of death. Acts 7:59-60

Are we faithful, knowledgeable and committed witnesses for Jesus?

“MULTIPLE MINISTRIES” Acts 6:1-8

“Multiple Ministries” Acts 6:1-8

The church has multiple ministries, defined and voluntary.

  1. P___________ WILL RISE UP IN EVERY CONGREGATION.
    1. The church is composed of P_________ with different needs.
    2. Every individual is uniquely D____________ in many ways.
    3. All believers must pay A____________ to the needs of others.
    4. Christians are at different levels of spiritual M____________.
  2. GOD’S W_______ MUST BE SOUGHT IN SOLVING PROBLEMS. James 1:5
    1. Christians have put God in C_______ of all parts of their lives.
    2. The first century church sought the wisdom of the A_______.
    3. The modern church is directed to have Godly E_________.
    4. Don’t turn to non-believers for worldly C___________.
  3. MEMBERS MUST WORK TOGETHER TO S____ THE PROBLEMS.
    1. A problem must be clearly I_____________.
    2. Trust in the S______________ guidance of your elders.
    3. All church members must D___ their part in helping. Galatians 6:1f; Matthew 18:15f; Romans 12
    4. Don’t force someone to N___________ their ministry to do yours.

God has multiple ministries for church members to fill. Please don’t put the brakes on helping spread the Gospel to our city and world.

“SAVED TO TELL OTHERS” Acts 5:17f

“SAVED TO TELL OTHERS” Acts 5:17f

  1. SALVATION IN JESUS BRINGS OPPORTUNITIES TO S_______.
    1. Large C________ of people had been gathering to hear Gospel.
    2. Many miracles had been performed by the A____________.
    3. The apostles preached in the T__________ courtyard …
    4. Apostles considered all non-believers to be
  2. SALVATION IN JESUS BRINGS O_____________.
    1. The High Priest and his associates remained E___________
    2. J_____________ ruled the hearts of these men.
    3. Sadducee priests had all of the apostles thrown in J_____.
    4. Council was convened to put the apostles on T_______.
  3. SALVATION IN JESUS BRINGS S______________.
    1. Apostles had already S______________ their lives to Jesus.
    2. Apostles were S_______________ for their service to Christ.
    3. Apostles believed that physical trials are T_____________.
  4. SALVATION IN JESUS BRINGS D_______________.
    1. Jesus removes the burden of S____ from those who obey Him.
    2. God sometimes intervenes with M_____________ to help.
    3. Living in Christ enables believers to see P______ hardships.

“YOU CAN’T FOOL GOD” Acts 5:1-16

“YOU CAN’T FOOL GOD” Acts 5:1-16

You might fool some people, but NOONE can fool God.

  1. ANANIAS & SAPPHIRA P___________
    1. … numerous G____ from many people, including Barnabas.
    2. Ananias and Sapphira C____________ the attention …
    3. This couple sold some property, but T_________ the facts.
  2. ANANIAS AND SAPPHIRA C____________ IN SIN TOGETHER.
    1. This couple was U____________ in their conspiracy.
    2. Ananias P__________ the gift, laying it before the apostles.
    3. Ananias and Sapphira tried to LIE to G___ in this deception.
    4. Be T_____________ about what you are giving to God.
  3. ANANIAS AND SAPPHIRA P_______________ TOGETHER.
    1. They did not recognize that C______ is Head of the church. Ephesians 5:23; Colossians 1:18
    2. God reads a person’s H_________.
    3. Both Ananias & Sapphira were struck dead I____________. Revelation 21:5-9; Galatians 5:19-21
    4. God hates those who habitually L___ and commit other sin. John 8:44

A LIAR STANDS IN OPPOSITION TO TRUTH. GOD IS TRUTH. Be careful that you are not opposing God with lies in your life.

WE CAN NOT FOOL GOD IN ANY AREA OF OUR LIFE.

“SON OF ENCOURAGEMENT” Acts 4:32-37

“SON OF ENCOURAGEMENT” Acts 4:32-37

  1. A FAITHFUL B_____________ SERVING THE LORD.
    1. Barnabas was a L_________, descended from Aaron.
    2. Barnabas rejected his status as a P_________ to follow Jesus.
    3. Barnabas did not F_________ his ancestry or privileges.
    4. Every member of the Church was U________ in living for Jesus.
    5. The Spirit blessed Barnabas with the gift of E________________.
  2. GOD’S LOVE IN BARNABAS LED HIM TO SACRIFICIALLY G_____. Luke 6:36-38
    1. Jesus was the M________ of the heart of Barnabas.
    2. Barnabas knew that he was one part of the B_______ of Christ. First Corinthians 12:12-26
    3. He considered his possessions as a R__________ to help others.
    4. The greatest love is to give your L_____ for the good of others. John 15:13; Acts 13
  3. BARNABAS SUBMITTED TO THE GUIDANCE OF GOD’S S_______. Acts 2:38
    1. The Holy Spirit grows the nature of G____ with fruit in believers. Galatians 5:22-23
    2. Barnabas was a G_______ man because he reflected Jesus. Luke 18:19; 3rd John 1:11
    3. Barnabas was a great W_________ for Jesus.
    4. Barnabas was enabled to see the P__________ in other people.                                        Acts 9:26-27; 11:20f; 15:1f

I Thessalonians 5:11           Are we a discourager or an encourager?

“SPEAK WITH POWER” Acts 4:1-12

“SPEAK WITH POWER” Acts 4:1-12

  1. GOD SPEAKS THROUGH PEOPLE FROM E________ WALK OF LIFE
    1. Peter and John were F______________ by trade.
    2. The man healed from lameness had no F__________
    3. God empowers B_____________from all areas of life.
    4. The message about Jesus Christ is S__________, yet profound.
    5. The message about Jesus is T________.
  2. THE HOLY SPIRIT IS THE D__________ OF THE MESSAGE. Luke 12:11-12
    1. (v.8) Peter was F_________ with the Holy Spirit … given the words…
    2. The same Spirit I____________ and guided the authors of the Bible.    II Timothy 3:16-17; John 20:31
    3. The same Spirit is given to every B______________ who obeys Jesus. Acts 2:38; Romans 8:9-11
    4. Jesus will judge every person by their W_________. Matthew 12:37
  3. CHRISTIANS SPEAK BY THE A______________ OF THE KING. John 14:6
    1. The apostles were acting under O___________. Matthew 28:18
    2. The apostles obeyed the command of G______, not that of men.
    3. The apostles refused to S_____ telling others. Acts 4:12; Jn. 10:7-9
    4. The apostles were C_____________ to tell others. I Corinthians 9:16
  4. CHRISTIANS ARE EMPOWERED TO FACE ALL O__________________.
    1. Jesus promised that we W_____ face resistance, persecution & death. John 16:1-4
    2. The Lord of L_____ will always be with you. Matthew 28:20
    3. G________ is He who is in you than he who is in the world.” I John 4:4

“THE BASIS OF FAITH” Acts 3:16

“THE BASIS OF FAITH” Acts 3:16

Matthew 7:24f

John 3:16-18

Hebrews 11:6

Do we limit our faith in the power of Jesus and His name, or do we live in the center of faith, walking hand in hand with the Creator?

  1. FAITH IN THE NAME OF J______ PROVIDED THE HEALING.12
    1. The F_______ of Peter and John in Jesus was well established. John 21:25
    2. Jesus had T_________ the disciples to believe in Him.
    3. The apostles are filled with the Holy S_______, walking in His power and guidance.
    4. God was G____________ through this miracle of faith. Acts 4:22
  2. FAITH IS STILL THE BASIS OF L_________
    1. Faith is D____________ in Hebrews 11:1.
    2. By faith, we accept the B_____ as truth and as the word of God. Psalm 119; II Timothy 3:16-17
    3. Faith requires us to take appropriate A________ on our part. James 2:17
    4. The faith of J_______ never failed Him…     Philippians 4:13

Faith in Jesus is the basis for us to live each day to His glory.