Commentary on the book of acts chapter 17 commentary

He was not like a candle upon a table, that gives light only to one room, but like the sun that goes its circuit to give. Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy english. Paul and his company, passing through amphipolis and apollonia, come to thessalonica, were they preach the gospel to the jews, several of whom believe, 14. In this video, pastor jeff preaches on the book of acts 17. Acts 17 commentary william barclays daily study bible. Book of acts matthew henrys bible commentary concise. Now when they had passed through amphipolis and apollonia, they came to thessalonica, where there was a synagogue of the jews.

It would also be a day when god would bring terrible judgement. Acts 17 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on the. Verse 17 so he reasoned in the synagogue with the jews and the devout persons, and in the marketplace every day with them that met him. Ancient books were generally written on papyrus scrolls. Acts chapter 17 coffmans commentary of the new testament. This commentary on acts 15 treats the general council in jerusalem that put its blessing on pauls gospel and laid three requirements on gentile believers. It was said of the prince of preachers c h spurgeon that the bible was the foundation of his sermons and the crucified christ was the.

Study guide for acts 6 by david guzik blue letter bible. Acts 17 bible commentary matthew henry concise christianity. But jesus said that some demons would be more difficult to cast out than others would matthew 17. The drift and scope of pauls preaching and arguing, was to prove that jesus is the christ. First there was saul of tarsus, then the gentile centurion cornelius, then the mixed crowd of jews and gentiles in antioch. He must needs suffer for us, because he could not otherwise. Study acts using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Content includes book studies on luke, ephesians, thessalonians, james, 1 samuel, john, and acts. For jews, this meant the day when god would change the world. The book of acts grabs our attention as it shows the greatness of the holy spirit s work among the earliest christians. Acts chapter 17 barnes notes on the new testament on. Read acts 17 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Acts of the apostles chapter seventeen objectives in studying this chapter kevin scott 1 to explore how paul preached in thessalonica and berea, and how his preaching was received in each 2 to recognize how the enemies of the gospel can be relentless in their efforts to stop the spread of the truth 3 to examine how paul preached in.

Bock provides a substantive yet highly accessible commentary on acts in this latest addition to the acclaimed becnt series. Thomas aquinas citations on acts theodore of mopsuestia. We wouldnt know what had happened if it werent for this book. Matthew mark luke john acts romans 1 corinthians 2 corinthians galatians ephesians philippians colossians 1 thessalonians 2. Paul, in his divinelyphilosophical discourse, begins with the first, and. Luke portrays paul as traveling the via egnatia acts 17. Acts chapter 17 jamieson, fausset, brown commentary on. With extensive research and thoughtful chapter by chapter exegesis, bock leads readers through all aspects of the book of acts sociological, historical, and theological.

In this chapter, we notice, the pronoun we is not used, so possibly luke, not being as much involved as paul and silas were in the disturbances at philippi, stayed on there. Acts 17 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Commentary on the book of acts of the apostles by matthew. Acts baker exegetical commentary on the new testament. You can find the best commentary on acts for you using the tools on the right side. Nowhere in this chapter of acts are these men called deacons, but most consider they were the first to fulfill the office of deacon as described in 1 timothy 3. The holy spirit isn t finished with his acts, but to live in the greatness of his work today, we need to understand the book of acts. Lukes account of pauls ministry in the book of acts supplies us with the above reports of the opposition which paul faced, and of the suffering which both jews and gentiles imposed upon him. Though absolute monarchies hold sway over very few peoples today, many still live under totalitarian rule. He knew that satan was trying to plant sin in the church so that the holy spirit would withdraw his aid, which was essential for the church to be effective in preaching the gospel. The continuation of the second missionary tour is the theme of acts 17, in which luke relates the success of pauls mission in thessalonica acts 17. Acts 17 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available. Aug 23, 2017 after the jerusalem council in ad 49 acts 15, paul sets off on his second major missionary journey. Commentary on the book of acts pauls sermon in athens.

The importance of the book of acts one can hardly overstate the importance of the book of acts or its contribution to the canon of scripture. Acts 17 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. Acts 17 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. Acts with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. David guzik commentary on acts 17 continues describing the second missionary journey which takes paul into thessalonica, berea, and athens.

Baker exegetical commentary on the new testament 17 books. This commentary on acts 17 treats pauls visit to athens and his sermon to the areopagus. But in acts 12, the ugly opposition inspired by satan again raises its head. Luke gives us no details as to what transpired in amphipolis and apollonia, but passes on to the happenings in thessalonica. Then all the greeks who were present, perceiving how little favour the jews found from the court, and displeased with them for their turbulent, persecuting spirit, perhaps, thinking that paul was thus insulted for the regards he had expressed for the gentiles. A better title would be the acts or the workings of the holy spirit, because he is the real main character of the book. Commentary on acts 17 paul in athens tough questions answered. These commentaries are acclaimed for their accuracy, thoroughness, and helpfulness. The word deacon simply means servant, and these men were certainly servants. Its subject and intention is nicely summarised by the words of the lord in chapter 1.

This study is indepth but uses easytounderstand english and a question and answer format that will engage you. Acts 7 indepth versebyverse commentary and bible study of acts chapter 7 in plain english. Let me mention just a few of the reasons why actsand thus our study of this bookis so important. Study the bible online using commentary on acts 17 and more. In those two years, luke had plenty of time to research and write his gospel and the book of acts.

When the christian gospel invades such an environment, an authority struggle automatically arises. Location 10 is the famous city of athens, and pauls time there is described in acts 17. The book of acts also describes the work of the two apostles peter and paul. Acts is a transitional book in the sense that it gives us the record of the way god moved in the minds and hearts of men to found and establish the church and begin its great work in the world today. Acts 17 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, filling six volumes, provides an exhaustive look at every verse in the bible. Study of the book of acts chapter 17 ivy baptist church. We do not recommend loose translations or oneman translations. Acts chapter 17 commentary northwest college of the bible. Acts 17 commentary commentary critical and explanatory.

Most can be obtained from a good religious bookstore. In addition, there are topical studies on issues such as spiritual leadership, gods redemptive plan, and old testament character studies. Acts chapter 17 matthew henry concise commentary on. Acts of the apostles 1 commentary new testament matthew. There are six facts brought out from the book of exodus. Acts 17 indepth versebyverse bible study and commentary of acts chapter 17 in plain english.

Please use the dropdown menus below to select the book, chapter, and verse you wish to study with andrews online bible commentary. But ye will receive power, the holy spirit having come upon you, and ye shall be my witnesses both in jerusalem and in all judaea and samaria and to the end of the earth. This commentary may be downloaded for any usage except sales. A good study bible we recommend the following features. Acts 17 commentary matthew henrys complete commentary on. They believed that god would give power to israel then. Now stephen has been charged with speaking against the o. If the book of acts were a work of fiction designed to portray paul as a saint, no such story would appear. It was practical to have a scroll about thirtyfive feet in length.

Verses 1718 peter spoke verses from the book called joel joel 2. Up to acts 12, the church has been on a hot streak, experiencing one exciting conversion after another. In this lesson, we are picking up the story at location 10 on the map. Up to this point they did not always need jewish prodding see acts 14. F9 where a knowledge of the scriptures permitted it, paul always founded his preaching upon the prophetic utterances of the old testament, as he did here. The presence and working of the holy spirit is the dominating mark of the book of acts. Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy. This is an interactive, versebyverse bible study and commentary of the acts of the apostles the book of acts or simply acts, which is the fifth book in the new testament of the bible. There are three distinct times marked in the book of the acts. Evening and morning, and at noon, will i pray and cry aloud. Acts 17, new international version niv the bible app.

Let me mention just a few of the reasons why acts and thus our study of this book is so important. Others raise a mob, and bring jason, who had received the apostles, before the magistrates, who, having taken bail of him and his companions, dismiss them, 59. We have here a further account of the travels of paul, and his services and sufferings for christ. So that your sins may be wiped out and times of refreshing can come from the lord. Acts 17 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. Apr 17, 2016 eventually barnabas and paul split up acts 15. Acts chapter 16 coffmans commentary of the new testament. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. Home commentaries david guziks commentaries acts chapter 16. First, acts combined with the gospel of luke makes up over onefourth of the entire new testament. It appears that there were three hours of the day destined by the jews to public prayer. The first verse of this chapter is an extraordinary example of economy of writing. Verses 1, 2 and he came also to derbe and to lystra. Divine acts 17 bible study questions handout acts 17.