Friday, October 16, 2009

The Road To Damascus, September 22, 2009

Paul's 1st Missionary Journey
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
7:22 PM
Acts 13: 4-12
Significant Experience:
Paul is invited to share the Gospel with the Governor but a false prophet "Bar-Jesus" tries to interfere.
How Paul handled the situation:
#1: Bold! Stands up against the false prophet. The result: the Governor becomes a disciple of Christ
Principals:
Deut 18: 9-14
Stand up for our faith
Do not get involved with the occult or any form

Acts 13: 13-14
Significant Experience:
John Mark left Paul and Barnabus and went back home (Jerusalem)
How Paul handled the situation:
No explanation. Also no complaint or recorded effort to keep him. More importantly, they continue on.
Principals:
Keep on keeping on
Keep focused on serving God - the greatest purpose
Don't camp out on discouragement

Acts 13: 15-43
Significant Experience:
Paul sees an open door to preach and runs with it. The result is he reached many people.
How Paul handled the situation:
Paul was ready for the opportunity and prepared to follow through.
Principals:
Be ready for open doors and not be afraid to walk through it.

Acts 13: 44-52
Significant Experience:

How Paul handled the situation:

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Acts 14: 1-20
Significant Experience:

How Paul handled the situation:

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Acts 14: 21-28
Significant Experience:

How Paul handled the situation:

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