In the beginning of Acts 2, the disciples had returned to Jerusalem from Mt. They had seen the ascension of Jesus, but they weren't sad, as some might have expected. Jesus had promised to send a Comforter, and they could hardly wait. They were excited and were gathered in the temple, praising God and waiting. Luke 24: 53 reads that they were "continually in the temple, praising and blessing God." They remembered the words that Jesus said, "Whatsoever ye shall ask the Father in My name, He will give it to you. Hitherto have ye asked nothing in My name. Ask, and ye shall receive, that your joy may be full" (John 16:23). The disciples believed this promise, truly sought God, humbled their hearts with united minds and spirit, and waited on the Holy Ghost to fall. .
Jesus not only promised to send a Comforter, but power as well. He said in Luke 24:49, "And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem until ye be endued with power from on high." The Holy Ghost infilling brings not only comfort and peace, but power also.
On the day of Pentecost, people were gathered in Jerusalem from miles around to celebrate. The feast of Pentecost, first day of the week, was kept in remembrance of the law on Mt. Sinai where the Jewish church got its start. Because of the masses gathered, this was a perfect day for the Holy Ghost to come down. There would be hundreds of witnesses and the word of the gospel and the awesome events could be spread quickly and more easily. .
In the Old Testament, when God came down He presented Himself in a cloud. When Jesus ascended back to heaven, He did this in a cloud. But in Acts 2, the Holy Ghost was quite different. "Suddenly there was a sound from heaven like a mighty rushing wind." Being completely unprepared, the disciples were probably startled, but more importantly their undivided attention was gained. The sound not only filled the one room, but the whole house, the streets, and maybe even houses beside them.
What is ACTS? ... JAMES 2:14-26 GRACE is the path that leads to the door of salvation and ALL are welcome to travel it. (JOHN 3:16, ACTS 2:39) FAITH is walking the path, MANY will journey. (MATTHEW 22:14) When you reach the Door, you MUST have the KEYS (MATTHEW 16:19, ACTS 2:38), to open it! #1 REPENTENCE, #2 BAPTISM IN JESUS NAME BY IMMERSION, #3 INFILLING OF THE HOLY GHOST WITH THE EVIDENCE OF TONGUES. ...
" Southwestern Journal of Theology 17, no. 1 (Fall 1974): pg. 1 [2] Genesis 1:2 (KJV) [3] Genesis 2:26 (KJV) [4] Hebrews 13:8 (KJV) [5] John 14:16 (KJV) [6] Ephesians 4:30 (KJV) [7] John 14:17 (KJV) The Holy Spirit in the book of Acts would have never come if it had not been for Jesus Christ returning to heaven and sending the Holy Spirit back for all born-again believers. ... It was also God's was of identification and ownership. [18] It was the manifestation of God pouring out his spirit on all flesh. [19] [13] Acts 1:8 (KJV) [14] Acts 2:38 (KJV) [15] Harm, Frederick R. ... "...
The First Missionary Journeys of Paul I. Directed by the Holy Spirit Paul and Barnabas traveled from their home base in Antioch, Syria to Seleucia, Cyprus and Pathos. A. In Pathos they found Bar Jesus (Elymas), a Jewish false prophet who claimed to be sorcerer and attempted to discredit their teach...
The Pentecost narrative's " Spirit poured out on all flesh (Acts 2:17)," speaks of a demolishing of the walls between Jew and Gentile, bringing an overall theme of inclusion. ... LUKE-ACTS AND THE JEWS While scholars disagree on many aspects of Luke-Acts, they are unanimous in seeing in Acts, both pro- and anti-Jewish materials, and each offers his own explanation regarding Luke's apparent ambivalence in attitude toward Jews. ... Narratives that tell of Jewish hostility and strategies of opposition are prominent (Acts 13:4514:2, 19, 16:20-21), and whereever Gentiles are also i...
On the other, the Queen could have interpreted her son's rash actions against her, sighting of the ghost, and murder of Polonius as Hamlet being insane. 2. ... Unlike Hamlet, Laertes is certain of himself and his abilities and acts upon his intuition. ... Hamlet must be completely certain of who killed his father, he thinks before he acts while Laertes acts on impulse and seeks immediate gratification. ... Moreover the comic interlude adds intensity and irony to the fact that the only reason Ophelia got a Christian burial is because her father was a nobleman and because King Claudius req...
As we use the book of Acts to guide us for our biblical model there are several key points to be incorporated into the basic structure. ... We know from the books of Acts and from early church historical sources the church grew at a phenomenal rate. ... When Paul wrote to Philemon he also addressed his letter to Archippus and to the church in his house (v. 2). ... When Paul taught the newly formed churches, he did so from "house to house" (Acts 20:20). There is a probable allusion to a church in Jason's house in Acts 16:5-6. ...
The Impact of Act 2 scene 2 of Macbeth Act 2 scene 2 is the most violent and intense part of Macbeth although we do no actually witness the murder of King Duncan. ... In act 2, scene 2, the murder of Duncan takes place. ... In her highly nervous state, she is aware that it is still possible; that their evil acts may be discovered. ... The repetition of knocks increases the tension more so, Lady Macbeth appears agitated and ushers her disturbed husband to his chamber, where they can rid themselves of the signs of their horrific acts. ...
(Acts 9:1-2 KJV) There is not a lot of information about Paul's family. ... Also in Acts 23:16 Luke mentions Paul's sister. ... (Acts/Life of Paul) They then went to Cyprus because that's where Barnabas was from. ... (Acts 13). ... He stayed at Ephesus for 3 years (Acts 20:31). ...
Act 2, Scene 2 1. ... 2. ... Act 2, Scene 2, describes the emotional events prior to and after the murder. ... In Act 2, Scene 2, she had to completely take control in order to calm Macbeth. ... In the beginning, Macbeth was praised by everyone, for his courage and his gallant acts in war. ...
