Gospel in the City: Acts 1 - The Effective Gospel

Gospel in the City

The Effective Gospel

Acts 1:1-15
Russ Grelling

You have received the Gospel of Jesus Christ, but also, you have been commanded to share the Gospel effectively.

What is the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

Luke introduces his second inspired record by summarizing the 40 days of Christ's presence in this condemned world. (Acts 1:1-3)

                1.  Christ commands His followers to wait for the Promise from God. (Acts 1:4-5)

• The Promise of the Holy Spirit (John14:16-17 "another helper;" 16:7-8 "it is to your advantage", 14)

• Waiting for the Holy Spirit (Psalm 27:14; Psalm 46:10; Isaiah 40:31)

                2.  Christ commands His followers to receive the Promise from God. (Acts 1:6-11)

• The Promise is two-sided:
• "You will receive power" (Isaiah 61:1-2)
• "You will be my witnesses" (John 14:7 "he will empower you to be witnesses;" Matthew 28:18-20)
• You will be focused! (Acts 1:9-11))

                3.  While waiting , Christ's followers prepare to receive the Promise from God. (Acts 1:12-15ff) 

• Christ's followers gather with purpose.  (John 14:7; Acts 1:12-15)

• Christ's followers seek Christ's community structure.  (Acts 1:16-25)
• Replacing Judas Iscariot (Psalm 41:9; Psalm 69:25; Psalm 109:8; John 17:12)
• Restoring Christ's apostle model (John 15:16)

•  Christ's followers declare God's sovereignty.  (Acts 1:26 "and they drew lots for them")

You have received the Gospel of Jesus Christ, but also, you have been commanded to share the Gospel effectively.

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