Introduction Text: Acts 13:34 The Good News We need to recognize the good news (Acts 13:16-39). It had been promised long ago. Ithad been brought to fulfillment through Jesus Christ (death, burial, and resurrection). Psalm 2 – In his resurrection, Jesus is openly confirmed as the victorious Messiah. Isaiah 53:3 – Not subject to … [Read more...]
Jesus and the Tent of David, Acts 15:16
Introduction Text: Acts 15:16 The Jerusalem Council They received the Holy Spirit by faith – apart from any human merit. God had done miracles among them (which was always an indication of genuine faith). The had predicted the inclusion of the Gentiles. Jesus would restore the fallen of David (Amos 9:11-12). What does this mean for the … [Read more...]
Jesus and the Key of David, Revelation 3:7
Introduction Text: Revelation 3:7 What Does the Key Open? There is the opening vision of the ascended Jesus (Revelation 1:18). There is the historical backdrop of this terminology (Isaiah 22). Jesus exercises absolute power to control entry into the kingdom of God. Implications for the Church We should be consoled knowing that our … [Read more...]
Jesus the Son of David, Matthew 15:1-28
Introduction Text: Matthew 15:1-28 Identifying the Son of David When your days are fulfilled and you lie down with your fathers, I will raise up your offspring after you, who shall come from your body, and I will establish his kingdom. He shall build a house for my name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. (2 Samuel … [Read more...]
A Theology of Cost, 2 Samuel 24:18-25
Introduction Text: 2 Samuel 24:18-25 – David refuses to sacrifice that which costs him nothing. My Sin Carries a Great Cost An altar and a sacrificewere required to make atonement for sin (24:18, 21, 25) God designated a specific place (Mt. Moriah) where this atoning sacrifice was to be made. This location was significant throughout … [Read more...]
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