Sermons
Before Acts
AI Summary
This passage creates the essential link between Christ's earthly ministry and the Church Age.
Jesus explains how He fulfills all that was written about Him in the Law of Moses, the Prophets, and the Psalms. He "opens their minds" to understand these Scriptures, emphasizing that the Messiah's suffering, death, and resurrection on the third day was prophesied. This fulfills prophecies like Isaiah 53 and Psalm 16:10.
He then commissions them as witnesses, promising to send "what my Father has promised" (the Holy Spirit, prophesied in Joel 2:28-29). They must wait in Jerusalem until empowered "from on high," directly connecting to Acts 1:4-8 and setting up Pentecost.
AI Summary
John MacArthur explains the Great Commission from the perspective of the book of Luke. He examines the biblical, historical, transformational, Christological, and global nature of the gospel, and emphasizes the importance of personal witness in proclaiming the message of forgiveness and salvation in Jesus Christ.
He concludes by emphasizing the power of the Holy Spirit in empowering believers to effectively share the gospel.
AI Summary
John MacArthur, argues that the primary responsibility of Christians is to make disciples of all nations, not simply to enjoy Christian fellowship, praise and worship, or study the Bible.
To effectively fulfill this mission, MacArthur identifies five key qualities:
Availability refers to being present and ready to meet with God and His people.
Worship involves acknowledging Christ’s deity and majesty.
Submission means recognizing Christ’s authority and participating in His kingdom.
Obedience involves going out to make disciples, baptizing them, and teaching them to follow Christ’s commands.
Finally, power is derived from the indwelling Holy Spirit, which enables Christians to carry out their mission.