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Effectively Spreading The Gospel (Acts 19) Learn from Paul’s own example how we might be more effective in spreading the gospel today. |
Effectively Spreading The Gospel (Acts 19)
- Do It Right (v1-7) – be concerned about one’s complete obedience, first our own and then others (Matt. 7:21; 28:19-20). We need more like Aquilla, Priscilla, and Apollos – those willing to instruct properly and those wiling to be corrected (cf. Acts 18:24-28).
- Find Your Platform (v8-10) – seek right and effective ways to spread the gospel to others based on opportunities and abilities (Acts 8:4).
- Know What You Are Doing (v11-16) – we are not just imitating others or going through motions (cf. Matt. 15:8-9 ; Acts 5:1-2ff) rather we know what we are doing and why (1 Pet. 3:15) so that we can also convince others (1 Tim. 4:16).
- Do Not Skip Repentance (v17-20) – they made a public acknowledgement of the change in their lives (Cf. 1 Thess. 1:9); this is pivotal step in conversion yet too often overlooked—remorse over sin and desire to follow God.
- Make Plans For The Gospel (v21-22) – have a vision for what we are going to do but recognize those plans are subject to change (James 4:15; Acts 16:7).
- Expect Disturbances (v23-27) – should not surprise us when others try to stop a good work (Neh. 6:1-3; Acts 13:45; 2 Tim. 3:12); what is important is how we respond (Phil. 1:20; Rev. 2:10).
- Avoid The Uncontrollable (v28-41) – use wisdom and the good advice of others to see some situations are best left alone with time spent elsewhere (Matt. 7:6; Acts 13:46).
