Main Idea: Sinners are saved by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone, apart from works of the law.

1. The debate of grace (vs. 1-5).

2. The defense of grace (vs. 6-18).

References: Acts 10:20, 44, 47l 2:1-4, 16; Psalm 95:8–9; Ephesians 2:5; Ephesians 2:8; 2 Timothy 1:9; Titus 2:11; Titus 3:7; Romans 3:24; 1 Thessalonians 5:9; Isaiah 2:2; 12:15; 45:11, 20-23; Jer.12:15-16; Hos.3:4-5; Zech. 2:11, 8:22; Amos 9:11-12

3. The display of grace (vs. 19-21).

Points of Application:

1. The gospel our ______________ to ___________ on.

2. Scripture is our final ______________________.
HBC Statement of Faith: “The Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments were given by inspiration of God, and are the only sufficient, certain and authoritative rule of all saving knowledge, faith, and obedience.”

*2 Peter 1:16–21

3. The law of _______________ is our guide for practical living.
*Matthew 11:28–30; 1 John 3:16; John 15:12–14; Philippians 4:8; 1 Corinthians 13:4–8

Today’s Key Insight! If you were to share a key insight from today’s sermon with a friend, what would you say?

 Today’s Lunch Discussion: Why do people have a difficult time embracing the message of grace? What “Jesus-plus” gospels have you heard taught? How might this passage help you formulate a response to them? What about Peter’s speech most resonates with you? Who is James, and what sort of role does he play in the council? Why is the use of Scripture important for mediating issues? Why does James give these four restrictions to the Gentiles? Why is the law of love necessary for Christian unity? Read through the book of Galatians and list some of the issues there that are also found here in Acts 15. Take a moment to pray for occasions to share the gospel of grace with others.