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Brilliant Sermon; Bad Response
Series Acts
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- THE CONTENT OF PAUL’S SERMON
(a) righteousness – Paul began with the standard by which all are measured
- as God is righteous so he requires that we be righteous in relation to him
(b) self-control – this involves our behaviour in relation to the standard - this is expected of the saved but also required of the unsaved
- self-control is nowadays more self-determination than any abstinence
(c) coming judgment – Paul took Felix forward to the Governor’s verdict!
- THE PREACHER’S DELIVERY OF HIS SERMON
- Paul “reasoned” with Felix – a carefully argued presentation of truth
- this corresponds to the nature of Scripture and the design of our minds
- our fallen minds are like damaged receivers yet they do still receive truth!
- THE HEARER’S RESPONSE TO THE SERMON
(a) he was alarmed – this was no small shiver – Felix was terrified!
- he dealt with his fear by sending it away! – sadly many still do the same!
- he then eased his conscience by promising himself another opportunity!
(b) he remained unchanged – he sent for Paul often over two whole years - he may have had some religious interest but self-interest won the day!
- the road named “tomorrow” leads to the town called “Never”!
| Sermon ID | 621151639457 |
| Duration | 40:40 |
| Date | Jun 21, 2015 |
| Category | Sunday Service |
| Bible Text | Acts 24:24-27 |
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