Power, Progress, and Preparation

September 23, 2018 |
Passage: Acts 9:32-43 | Series: | Topic: ,

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Text: Acts 9:32-43

Main Idea: The mission of Jesus continues as He displays His power through Peter, who is growing to be like Jesus, and is prepared for expanded ministry to Gentiles.

  1. The power of God working through Peter.
    • Luke 8:41-56
    • James 1:27
  2. The progress of Peter in being like Jesus.
    • Luke 5:24-25
    • Mark 5:35-42
    • Luke 5:8
    • Mark 8:33
    • Mark 14:29-31
    • Mark 14:66-72
    • John 21:15-17
    • 1 Corinthians 1:26-31
  3. The preparation of Peter for expanded ministry to the Gentiles.

Discussion Questions: Why do you think Luke recorded these two miracle stories in Acts 9:32-43? What do you make of the relationship between the apostolic miracles and apostolic witness in Acts? How does that shape your expectations in the Christian life today? How does the picture of final resurrection in the resurrection of Tabitha reassure and excite you about your future? How will that affect the way you think today? Why is it significant that Peter stayed at the home of Simon, the tanner? How might the power of Jesus to heal the diseases and raise the dead also break through barriers and boundaries for you to reach people for the gospel?

Brian Hendry, the Lead Pastor of Providence Church, is passionate about proclaiming the glory of God in the Gospel, and faith that practically applies to all of life. Brian and his wife Lilliana have four children. He also co-founded and led a classical Christian school in San Diego for 17 years. He holds a B.A in Biblical Studies and enjoys reading, good food and coffee, sports, and travel.