12) Acts 1-7: Is Still Time Past

Summary: This sermon challenges the common belief that the church began on the day of Pentecost in Acts 2. Instead, it argues that the early chapters of Acts (1-7) represent a continuation of God's dealings with Israel, fulfilling Old Testament prophecies about Israel's last days. The speaker emphasizes that this period was an extension of mercy for Israel, not the beginning of the church age. He meticulously connects events in Acts to Old Testament prophecies and the gospels to demonstrate continuity rather than a new dispensation.

Chapters:
Chapter 1: Understanding Time Past in Scripture
0:00 - 15:00
We examine the biblical definition of 'time past' and its implications for understanding the early chapters of Acts.
Chapter 2: Continuity between Luke and Acts
15:00 - 30:00
We analyze the connections between the end of Luke and the beginning of Acts to show continuity in God's dealings with Israel.
Chapter 3: Pentecost and Prophecy Fulfillment
30:00 - 45:00
We study the events of Pentecost in Acts 2 as a fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy for Israel.

Key Points:
Acts 1-7 is a continuation of "time past" in God's dealings with Israel, not the beginning of the church age.
The events of Pentecost in Acts 2 fulfill Joel's prophecy about the last days for Israel.
Speaking in tongues was a sign for unbelieving Jews, not the start of a new spiritual gift for the church.
The apostles' ministry in early Acts was still focused on Israel, not the Gentiles.
The stoning of Stephen in Acts 7 marks the end of Israel's extended period of mercy.
The majority of Christianity misinterprets Acts 2 as the birth of the church, leading to confusion.

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