Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy english. Witnesses to the world 21st century biblical commentary series steven ger, mal couch, ed hindson on. The book of acts is the story of all that jesus began to do and teach until the day that he was taken up to heaven 1. He was probably a jew, but whether converted now to christianity we cannot tell. Jesus taken up into heaven in my former book, theophilus, i wrote about all. The purpose of this commentary set is to go verse by verse through the book and pull out theological and historical points for the reader. The islanders kept on expecting paul to either swell up compare num 5. Acts 1 niv jesus taken up into heaven in my bible gateway. Read acts commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. They began to spread the gospel to cities and villages that were far off. There are a number of good commentaries on the book of acts. Acts commentary commentary critical and explanatory on.
Bob is a pastorteacher and elder at community bible chapel in richardson, texas, and has contributed many of his bible study series for use by. The book of acts also describes the work of the two apostles peter and paul. Bruce rylands professor of biblical criticism and exegesis, university of manchester, england introduces this exellcent commentary on the book of acts with a fitting discussion on the canonicity of the new testament, aptly noting that marcions canon did not compel them to create the canon of holy scripture which has ever since, with minor variations, been accepted by the church. Agabus this prophet, of whom we know nothing, is once more mentioned, acts 21.
Written in the late 19th century, commentary on the acts of the apostles is a versebyverse look at acts, which mcgarvey believed many theologians had misunderstood before. This commentary has been through advanced checking. Please watch this film to find out how the holy spirit worked amazing and incredible signs and wonders through the apostles in the name of the lord jesus christ. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of acts. Study the bible online using commentary on acts and more. It is the story of apostles and disciples of jesus. It was when the day of pentecost was fully come, in which there seems to be a reference to the manner of the expression in the institution of this feast, where it is said lev. Pauls concern for others acts 20 28 bible commentary produced by tow project most of all, pauls leadership is marked by his concern for others. He designed it to be read more as a narrative than simply as a reference book, and encourages readers to use it so.
Most can be obtained from a good religious bookstore. Luke is again writing to theophilus to tell him what happened concerning the lord jesus christs earthly ministry and his apostles ministry. Put your faith where the action is the be series commentary. Acts 28, new king james version nkjv the bible app. With extensive research and thoughtful chapterbychapter exegesis, bock leads readers through all aspects of the book of acts sociological, historical, and theological. Acts overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by e. Paul, coming to derbe and lystra, meets with timothy, the son of a jewess by a greek father, whom he circumcises and takes with him into his work, act 16. Oct 04, 2016 watch our overview video on the book of acts, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Acts and historical narrative, at luther seminarys bible tutor. Commentary on the book of acts of the apostles by matthew.
Acts commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Acts 2728 niv paul sails for rome when it was bible. The gospel and limits to vocation and engagement acts 19. Top 5 commentaries on the book of acts ligonier ministries.
It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in lukes second volume. Bullinger, has stood the test of tine as an incredible resource for the diligent student. Tim perrine ccel staff writer this volume contains commentary on chapters 14 through 28 of acts. We have seen peters evangelistic sermons early in acts, as we have later studied pauls evangelistic sermons. Paul did not remain long in athens, where he found a cool reception for the gospel. The book of acts was written by luke in the new testament of the holy bible. Contents viii a note to readers ixx introduction to the new living translation xvv why the life application study biblee is unique xviii what is application. Bible living 10 things we should know about what happened on easter sunday morning sam storms. Bible commentary on the book of acts, chapter 28, by dr. Acts 28 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on.
Was returninghaving come so far, he not only stayed out the days of the festival, but prolonged his stay till now. In the final video in our acts series, we trace pauls final journey to jerusalem and then into a roman prison. Personal repentance and new life through baptism must lead to a committed group of believers who share their property and wealth, and take care of each other. Study the bible online using commentary on acts 28 and more. Study the bible online using commentary on acts 8 and more.
Introduction the acts of the apostles is continuous to this day. The book of the acts new international commentary on the. Ninth, this is the only sermon in the book of acts addressed exclusively to the saints. With bible gateway plus, you gain instant access to a digital bible study library, including complete notes from the niv cultural backgrounds study bible and the new bible commentary.
The ending of the book of acts and writing volume 3 practical. His very willingness to travel to hostile places to preach a better way of life is proof. It records the journey of paul from malta to italy until finally settled in rome. Acts overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible.
Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy. This commentary is based upon my personal devotional notes and reflections on the book of acts. Acts 26 indepth versebyverse commentary and bible study of acts chapter 26 in plain english. Whether it is of a rugby game, a novel, or a movie. Read acts 28 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Our purpose is to reveal that the book of acts is not only merely a history book, but also foreshadows end time events in detail. Still, suffering no harm is the exception, not the rule, for christian disciples in general and for paul in particular acts 14. Acts 28 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole.
Now the rest of the acts of jeroboam and all that he did, and his might. The work that he began was to be completed by his disciples, who were to be his witnesses both in jerusalem, and in all judea and samaria, and. Acts of the apostles 2 commentary new testament matthew. This video explains the transitional book that is the book of acts, and how it starts with jews to jews, and slowly changes to gentiles, as the jewish nation as a. Acts 26 commentary acts chapter 26 commentary bible study. We have provided this method as a convenience to our users. Book of acts a prophetic witness bible numbers for life. This is the story of christianitys beginnings and how evangelism played.
Have you ever wondered why the book of acts ends as it does. If you are looking for the book acts for everyone part 2 chapters 28 new testament for everyone chapters 28 pt. The unity of the spirit felt by the first christians when the. In acts, jesus sends the holy spirit to empower his disciples as they carry. In the final part, luke tells us that paul reached rome. Study acts using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Acts overview james burton coffman commentaries on the bible. For students, pastors, and teachers, check out the list of s top 50 bestselling commentaries. It is an important book in understanding how we can be directed by the holy spirit and the role of jesus lessons in our lives. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. You can find the best commentary on acts for you using the tools on the right side. For example, the jesus film has been shown to about 5 billion people. It traces the first decades in the history of the church after the resurrection of christ, focusing in particular on the work of peter and paul.
Acts 28 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. David guzik commentary on acts 28 describes how paul finally arrives in rome after doing ministry on the island of malta. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. Acts baker exegetical commentary on the new testament.
But beyond this, paul was skilled and useful in earthly matters. General resources for the book of acts check the scripture index for links and study resources pertaining to specific pericopes. Luke mentions no converts at the synagogue where paul preached, and few greeks responded with interest after hearing him present his case to the areopagus. He cites an encyclopedia entry which he believes best. The book of genesis those who gave the name genesis to the first book of the bible were the translators of the pentateuch. Acts chapter 28 commentary northwest college of the bible.
The book containing this chapter is anonymous, but early christian tradition. Witnesses to the world william larkin writes that in a day when the cultural diversity of worldclass cities is more stew pot than melting pot, the church needs to relearn lessons from the jerusalem council. A good study bible we recommend the following features. Book of acts a prophetic witness we present to you the notion that the book of acts is a prophetic witness. The lord jesus christ at work by the holy spirit through the apostles. Appraising advice and doing the will of god acts 21. Bock provides a substantive yet highly accessible commentary on acts in this latest addition to the acclaimed becnt series. He accepts the burden of leadership not to make his life better, but to make others lives better. This commentary on acts 21 treats pauls return to jerusalem despite gods warning to stay away. Watch our overview video on the book of acts, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought.
A commentary like this will not be as technical as some, that really dive into the original languages, but that is not its intent. An expository commentary pastor steven cole observes that. The next day the south wind came up, and on the following day we reached puteoli. Acts, chapter 20 united states conference of catholic bishops. The john phillips commentary series exploring acts. Paul spoke of the kingdom of god, and gave an exhaustive study of how the old testament spoke of jesus. Study acts 28 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. He has written the book of acts for the reformed expository commentary series. Documentary hypothesis deuternomic history other ot studies and issues. In the book of the acts we see how the church of christ was formed and settled. The inspired historian begins his narrative of the acts of the apostles, i. The commented bible book 44d acts of apostles is a series of writings on the book of acts of apostles, in 4 parts. Book of acts versebyverse bible study and indepth commentary of the acts of the apostles in plain english for everyone to understand.
A commentary on the acts of the apostles by pastor galen l. Now when they had escaped, they then found out that the island was called malta. Study guide for acts 28 by david guzik blue letter bible. His hands were clean, no blood guiltiness rested on his conscience. Witnesses to the world 21st century biblical commentary series. Study basics about bible books, people, dates, places, and content, and take webbased selftests. Calvins commentary on acts should not be ignored by anyone interested in the book of acts or calvin himself. Luke writes a summary at the end of acts so that it can be followed by an account of the spread of the. Acts 28, new international version niv the bible app. The book of acts chapter 2 has to be one of my favorites. This seminarylevel study also retains its depth and uses an engaging interactive format. He taught the facts about the lord jesus christ and nobody tried to stop him. Probably because the gospel of luke and the book of acts were composed as a friendofthe.
The dates of the commencement and the end of the book are tolerably certain. Pauls concern for others acts 2028 bible commentary. The book of acts is an important book for understanding the actions of the apostles, mostly paul and peter, after jesuss ascension into heaven. Acts the post acts period romans 1 corinthians 2 corinthians. Acts 27 28 new international version niv paul sails for rome. Acts 28 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. The presence and working of the holy spirit is the dominating mark of the book of acts. If people remained in their sins it was no fault of his. Now the rest of the acts of solomon, and all that he did, and his wisdom, are they not written in the book of the acts of solomon. This page provides a method to go directly to a commentary by a specific author.
Acts 28 is the twentyeighth and also the last chapter of the acts of the apostles in the new testament of the christian bible. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. Acts 8 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. The following are the five that i have found to be the most helpful. Read acts 8 commentary using commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible. We know from acts 20 as well as a number of other texts in the new testament that paul didnt demand that other christians take care of him. In this new commentary for the belief series, awardwinning author and theologian willie james jennings explores the relevance of the book of acts for the struggles of today.
This book in the series is part 4, and it covers the bible book of acts of apostles chapters 2228, covering every verse, with commentary, extensive crossreferences and study questions for each verse. He called upon his friends, the ephesian elders, to corroborate this remarkable claim. He reminds them of his dedication to the gospel acts 20. How early christians managed to offend just about everybody. A year ago, film project director, paul eshelman, estimated that 90 percent. A better title would be the acts or the workings of the holy spirit, because he is the real main character of the book. Further, this volume also contains informative notes from the editor. Some ancient manuscripts insert verse they needed to understand that because they were rejecting salvation, that he was turning to the gentiles in rome as he had other places.
Book of acts matthew henrys bible commentary concise. Twentyfirst century biblical commentary series the book of acts. We do not recommend loose translations or oneman translations. Acts 28 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. The pulpit commentary noted that the terms here used are all professional.
Paul was a great preacher and teacher, as the book of acts makes abundantly clear. This would be a great bible study to have a tape of. They decided because the snake bit paul, he was a murderer. Doughty southside christian church january 2014 introduction. We have gained these insights partly through spiritual numbers related to the order of books in the. However, we do not feel this is the best method for using the blue letter bible. With a reference to, and a brief recapitulation of, his gospel, or history of the life of christ, inscribing this, as he had done that, to his friend theophilus, ver. Bridgeway bible commentary a running explanation of the biblical text for the people of todays world. The opinion that this island was not malta to the south of sicily, but meleda in the gulf of venicewhich till lately had respectable support among competent judgesis now all but exploded. Read acts commentary using commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible. Put your faith where the action is the be series commentary wiersbe, warren w. These lessons will help the body of christ seize the moment.
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