paul – Brian Friedl

Acts Bible Study 24:1-27

Brian — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 10:37:26 +0000

Even while Paul was accused, he took every opportunity to explain the gospel. Though the intent of Felix may have being to get money from Paul, it didn’t curb Paul’s passion and willingness to share over the course of two years. He pressed on fully trusting in Jesus, His finished work at the cross, and the promises that God would reveal this truth to His people.

Read Acts 24:1-27

1) What stood out to you as you read this?

2) What questions or challenges come to mind that are keeping you from fully understanding this text?

3) What’s the main theme?

4) What’s the application for the original readers?

5) How does this passage apply to believers today and you personally?

Seize every opportunity today to tell of the great works God has done; especially of the works of Jesus at the cross!

Acts Bible Study 21:27-22:30

Brian — Tue, 08 Nov 2016 10:43:32 +0000

Paul’s path and purpose became clear after his encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus. Whether mocked, beaten, or scourged, he was unwilling to stray from his mission. The person of Jesus and the love shown by his finished work at the cross, has the power to save a soul and change the paradigm of life for all eternity. Things can never be the same after such an event. His love compels us to live for Him every moment of every day!

Read Acts 21:27-22:30 (yep-big chunk today)

1) What do you observe? What stands out?

2) What doesn’t make total sense and requires more study or answers?

3) What is the main theme?

4) what is the application for the original readers?

5) How does this apply to us today?

God’s word is more than energizing, it has the power to cut through pride with a knife of truth and bring light to the darkest places of our lives. Enjoy your study of it today!

Acts Bible Study 21:1-14

Brian — Wed, 02 Nov 2016 13:20:56 +0000

Paul could not be persuaded to turn from the mission God had given him. He was prepared to die for the name of Jesus. God had certainly given him zeal. What once was used to persecute was now being used to endure persecution. All things for the glory of God!

1) Observation-what did you notice in the passage?

2) Challenges/Questions-what needs to be answered to understand this text?

3) Main Theme-what is the overall main theme put in one sentence?

4)Original Message-what’s the message to the original readers?

5)Application-how does this passage apply to believers today and you personally?

I hope you enjoy the riches of His word today!

Acts Bible Study 19:1-10

Brian — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 13:47:40 +0000

The good news is not always embraced. Some are not able to humble themselves and let God be on the throne of their lives. We must continue to be faithful in out role to proclaim the good news of Jesus! We can fully trust that God’s perfect plan will be carried out.

Read Acts 19:1-10

1) What observations can you make? Who, what, where, when, why, and how?

2) What questions do you have? Why did Paul leave in the face of hardened hearts?

3) What is the main theme? Be sure to read before and after to get the context.

4) What were original readers to apply to their lives?

5) How does this passage apply to you?

Drink deep of God’s word today. It is a wellspring of life and light!