And it came to pass, that after we were gotten from them, and had launched, we came with a straight course unto coos, and the day following unto rhodes, and from thence unto patara. Commentators see this verse as paul going against the will of the holy spirit. This versebyverse bible study and commentary of the acts of the apostles the book of acts or simply acts is indepth but uses plain language that everyone can understand, as well as a format that will engage you. An understandable version of acts translation by william e. Warnings on the journey to jerusalem now it came to pass, that when we had departed from them and set sail, running a straight course we came to cos, the following day to rhodes, and from there to patara. The book is a continuation of the gospel written by luke. This reminds us that the book of acts gives only a partial picture of the early. It covers primarily the activities of peter and paul, not those of all the apostles. Acts is a fastmoving historical account of the first three decades of the church.
Acts 21 niv on to jerusalem after we had torn bible gateway. Apparently, the ship was passing the sw end of the island of cyprus as it sailed eastward toward tyre. Study of acts discussion notes chapter 5 introduction our study of the book of acts has been very exciting. When we had sighted cyprus, we passed it on the left, sailed to syria, and landed at tyre. The importance of the book of acts the importance of this second of lukes twovolume work can. In acts 21, we come to the home stretch of the book of acts. These believers prophesied through the holy spirit that paul should not go on to jerusalem. David guzik commentary on acts 21, where paul arrives in jerusalem where he. Concise presentation notes by charles dailey black underlined words match words in the bible text. Jesus saith unto them, bring of the fish which ye have now caught. An overview of the book of acts the life of the early church is recorded and preserved for us in the book of acts and the epistles.
Pauls third journey continued from miletus to tyre acts 21. Simon peter went up, and drew the net to land full of great fishes, an hundred and fifty and three. Acts chapter 21 john karmelich receive bible study notes. Acts 21 niv on to jerusalem after we had torn bible. Constable, provide commentary on all 66 books of the bible and contain over 12,000 pages of material in pdf format. And finding a ship sailing over to phoenicia, we went aboard and set sail. As soon then as they were come to land, they saw a fire of coals there, and fish laid thereon, and bread.
Appraising advice and doing the will of god acts 21. It is here that paul enters jerusalem against the counsel of many saints, including his traveling companions. The book of acts, sometimes called the fifth gospel, is a continuation of the gospel of luke. Acts of the apostles chapter twentyone objectives in studying this chapter 1 to explore the warnings that paul received as he journeyed. Sir william ramsay, after making a critical study of lukes writings, declared that luke was the greatest historian, ancient or modern. Most can be obtained from a good religious bookstore. The great feature of the chapter, however, is that of pauls being mobbed in the temple and rescued by the romans who took him into protective custody, beginning a long period of imprisonment.
The remaining chapters of acts will be devoted to about four years of. The office of priest in the old testament began with aaron and his sons lev. Here in summary is my approach to this problem and the conclusions i have. Acts study noteschapter 1 watchtower online library.
Once you understand the issues, it leaves more questions than answers. Acts 21 new king james version nkjv warnings on the journey to jerusalem. They told paul through the spirit not to go up to jerusalem. You can study the bible using notes sent to you by email from john karmelich. Roman commander acts 21 bible study questions handout acts 21.
We have, with a great deal of pleasure, attended the apostle in his travels throughout the gentile nations to preach the gospel, and have seen a. It covers primarily the activities of peter and paul, not those of all the. The book of acts, above all else, is a story about the churchand what a story it is. Acts 21 new international version niv on to jerusalem. When the commander could not hear what was being said because of the noise, he ordered paul to be taken into the battalion headquarters. In chapter 21, paul will be falsely accused, nearly killed, and then.
We do not recommend loose translations or oneman translations. Acts 21 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. Studies in the book of acts previous page next page. Once enemies, philip and paul were now fellow preachers of gods gospel of. Sep 15, 20 welcome to ivy baptist churchs bible study on demand before beginning this study, please take an opportunity to download the worksheet for this bible study. Even though this was only some 25 years after the beginning of the book of acts, some christians were already recognized as an early disciple, one who had been associated with the followers of jesus from the earliest years. A good study bible we recommend the following features.
Study guide for acts 21 by david guzik blue letter bible. Jesus christs life from the virgin birth to his ministry, crucifixion, and resurrection is the basis for the four gospels the books of matthew, mark, luke, and john. Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study. The debate centers around whether or not paul was doing gods will. Study the bible online using commentary on acts 12 and more. Through the spirit they urged paul not to go on to jerusalem. A chapterbychapter bible study of the book of acts 3 scripture passage page 20. Biblenotes the entire holy bible is summarized with easy. Whether theophilus was a disciple of christ is not stated explicitly. A full chapter by chapter study would take more than six months, so feel free to select from our available lessons below.
This web page contains lesson plans for a multiweek study of your choice. Herod, arrayed in royal apparel in a garment so wrought with silver, that the rays of the rising sun striking upon, and being reflected from it, dazzled the eyes of the beholders. Acts study noteschapter 21 watchtower online library. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. Acts 21 a study guide by kevin scott executable outlines. Our story starts off where the gospel of luke left offjesus is back now that hes resurrected, jesus decides to hang out and chat with his disciples whom luke calls apostles for forty days. The voyage across the mediterranean from patara to tyre normally took 5 days. Welcome to ivy baptist churchs bible study on demand before beginning this study, please take an opportunity to download the worksheet for this bible study. Write the five key words in acts on the board overhead or powerpoint. Third missionary journey first, back to ephesus chapter 18. On his first missionary journey about nine years earlier, paul, along with barnabas and john mark, had encountered on cyprus the sorcerer elymas, who opposed their preaching. Acts 21 indepth versebyverse commentary and bible study of acts chapter 21 in plain english.
Acts 21 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on the. In chapter 21, paul will be falsely accused, nearly killed, and then arrested and thereby rescued by the roman authorities. Acts bible study notes by email from john karmelich. This reminds us that the book of acts gives only a partial picture of the early churchs. It will help to keep the whole of the book before you as you work your way through each section. In the first four chapters we have seen god introduce the holy spirit, empowering the disciples and opening the hearts of people. Acts 21 commentary william barclays daily study bible. And it came to pass, that after we were gotten from them, and had launched, we came with a straight course unto coos, and the day following unto rhodes, and from thence unto patara 21. Constable taught at dallas theological seminary for 45 years, and served as the chairman of its bible exposition department. Third missionary journey part 2 strengthening the pastors chapter 20 68 22. Acts chapter 21 john karmelich receive bible study. The following outline is intended to be used while studying the book. Acts of the apostles summary shmoop test prep, study.
Paul goes to jerusalem and is arrested, chapter 21. The next day we went to rhodes and from there to patara. Before, we begin, i want you to know ive struggled more with chapter 21 than any other chapter in acts. In addition, this letter, the most jewish book in the entire new testament, is indicative of an 2 dake study notes, dakes study bible 3 ellsworth, r.
The whole speech is kind of a summary of the story of the jewish people. Acts 21 bible commentary matthew henry concise christianity. Acts of the apostles 21, new living translation nlt. Acts chapter 21 commentary northwest college of the bible. He goes through highlights on abraham, isaac, jacob, joseph, moses, joshua, david, and solomon all in one chapter. The book of acts course a, lesson 4 free bible study. A verse in chapter 21 gives an argument that paul went against the will of the spirit. Pauls defense before the mob at jerusalem, chapter 22. Widespread respect for paul is also indicated by the attention that he receives from figures associated with the mission in its early days. The great feature of the chapter, however, is that of pauls being mobbed in the temple and rescued by the romans who took him into protective.
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