by Matthew Borgstrom | Jun 16, 2024 | Uncategorized
There is so much rich theology found in Peter’s explanation in Acts 2:23, but the grammar makes it very clear—The ultimate cause for Jesus’ execution was not the wicked actions of man, but rather the will of God. Notice this Jesus wasn’t delivered over to...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Jun 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
Upon reaching Acts 2:14, it’s time for Peter to explain what is taking place and in doing so, we witness the first sermon of the church age as he explains what has happened on this particular day of Pentecost straight from the OT Scriptures. More specifically,...
by Matthew Borgstrom | May 27, 2024 | Uncategorized
We have seen in this opening section of Acts 2 how God made the Spirit’s work manifest to the 1st Christians and all who were present in Jerusalem. Likewise, God has given all Christians the gift of the Holy Spirit to accomplish his own purposes. These purposes...
by Matthew Borgstrom | May 21, 2024 | Uncategorized
So in light of the examples in the book of Acts and the repeated mandate for the practice of prayer in the NT epistles, why might it be lacking in our lives? There are a few reasons: 1) Self-reliance; 2) Self-righteousness; 3) Self-deception. Self-reliance can easily...
by Matthew Borgstrom | May 12, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Spirit’s role in all believers is instrumental for a proper waiting on God. For one, the Spirit provides insight to the believer through the illumination or understanding of the Scriptures. The obvious difference is that the Spirit does not work through believers...
