Click the commentary tab or pulldown menu for a full selection of commentaries over any bible passage you are researching. Some have suggested the book should be called the acts of the spirit, and truly every book of scripture could bear that title. Up to acts 12, the church has been on a hot streak, experiencing one exciting conversion after another. Acts is the second book in the history that luke wrote. We do not recommend loose translations or oneman translations. The commentary section includes running commentary on the bible text with reference to several modern versions, especially the new international version and the new revised standard. Some have suggested the book should be called the acts of the spirit, and truly every book of scripture. Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy. Whitcomb and george zeller these studies are based on a series of 35 messages on the book of acts delivered by dr. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading acts brazos theological commentary on the bible. He is the author of numerous books, including the hermeneutical spiral.
The enduring word bible commentary is structured by each book of the bible. Churches, theological seminaries and bible schools will find an excellent aid in this biblical commentary on the book of acts. It is not possible to determine precisely the time of writing of this gospel. Instead, the profound occupation with the contents and structure of this bible book inspired by the holy spirit is essential. Additionally, the main point is then organized in an easy to follow outline that flows through the bible text. Written in the late 19th century, commentary on the acts of the apostles is a verse by verse look at acts, which mcgarvey believed many. Commentary on the book of acts of the apostles by matthew.
Read acts 3 commentary using john gills exposition of the bible. The acts of the apostles is the only narrative found in the new testament apart from the gospels, and it tells the compelling story of how the lord grew and guided the early church. So he arrested a number of the christians and had james beheaded. The blue letter bible ministry and the blb institute hold to the historical, conservative christian faith, which includes a firm belief in the inerrancy of scripture. Various scholars have also pointed out that the style and the choice of words in luke and acts are very similar. A good study bible we recommend the following features. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. Genesis 3 commentary genesis 12 commentary genesis 15 commentary.
He cites an encyclopedia entry which he believes best. Acts 3 commentary john gills exposition of the bible. First there was saul of tarsus, then the gentile centurion cornelius, then the mixed crowd of jews and gentiles in antioch. Had infinite wisdom seen fit, we might have had as many books of the acts of the apostles as we have gospels, nay, as we might. It is an historical account of the first 30 years of church history. Whitcomb at the independent fundamental bible conference hosted by the middletown bible church. Acts 2 commentary acts 3 commentary acts 4 commentary acts 5 commentary acts 6 commentary.
The former account i made, o theophilus, of all that jesus began both to do and teach. All in this verse, cannot mean every one of the miracles and sermons which jesus wrought and preached. Richison exposes the mind of god to the mind of man by expounding individual books of gods word versebyverse each study expounds a passage, forms a principle out of that passage, and shows how to apply that principle to your life. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the. Study guide for acts 12 by david guzik blue letter bible. To report a broken link or for other assistance please email us at. Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy english. The response of jesus in the following verses also indicates that he did not rebuke them or. He designed it to be read more as a narrative than simply as a reference book, and encourages readers to use it so. These verses contains lukes introduction to the book of acts, and his account of christs parting words to his.
And while the apostles appear to be at the center of this narrative, all of their work is done through the presence and guidance of the holy. Bible exposition commentary versebyverse commentary. For personal study, i suggest you start at the beginning of a chapter or book. This commentary will help you better understand the gods word.
The book of acts verse by very study whitcomb and zeller. The history of rome brief overview of roman history from her dawn to the first punic war. Acts complete bible commentary verse by verse henry, matthew on. Recommended sites bible info questions with answers in major world languages. This page contains links to verse by verse studies through the bible. This hebrew manuscript was written around 75 bc and contains the two first chapters of the book of habakkuk. Read and study acts, including book summary, with the versebyverse bible commentary. Enduring word bible commentary of the whole bible with. At one time the gospel of luke and the book of acts were joined together as one. Click the search button below to search the entire website including all scripture translations, comments, commentary, bible dictionary, articles, and other pages.
The book of acts a verse by verse commentary filled with. Verse by verse commentaries by book precept austin. Matthew henrys wellknown sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 170810 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. Acts is a fastmoving historical account of the first three decades of the church. Acts verse by verse bible commentary matthew henry. The descent of the holy spirit at the day of pentecost. Book of acts verse by verse bible study and indepth commentary of the acts of the apostles in plain english for everyone to understand. But in acts 12, the ugly opposition inspired by satan again raises its head. The god of the bible study of the father, son, and holy spirit. Verse by verse walking with the early church through. Ye think your prey secure, bloodthirsty priests and thou obsequious tyrant who, to please the jews, hast shut in this most eminent of the servants of christ within double gates, guarded by double sentinels, while double keepers and double chains seem to defy all rescue. It is extremely important that we understand this book. I have always looked upon the apostle paul as a godly man, a zealous servant of jesus christ, and a powerful preacher of the gospel.
Study acts 1 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. 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. To help your study time, each chapter has the main point extracted from the text. No direct matches for your keyword exist in the king james bible. Doughty southside christian church january 2014 introduction. But it is here, in our text, that i see paul as a very wise man in practical matters, a man who is a leader of men, and whose counsel is taken seriously because he. The disciple is not above his master, nor the servant above his lord. The acts of the apostles is the only narrative found in the new testament apart. With bible gateway plus, you gain instant access to a digital bible study library, including complete notes from the niv cultural backgrounds study bible and the new bible commentary.
In the first verse of the book of acts the author mentions the fact that he has already written an earlier report concerning all things which jesus began both to do and to teach, until that day in which he was taken up. This 71 part expository study of acts was preached at flagstaff christian fellowship in 20002002. The tabernacle of ancient israel brief overview of the tabernacle of moses in the wilderness and the ark of the covenant. This commentary is based upon my personal devotional notes and reflections on the book of acts.
Can there be a more important study for any christian desiring to follow in the. Acts 1 jesus ascends to heaven, a new apostle chosen a. Lukes lutheran church in derwood, have read and studied chapters of the bible thru internet posts. But it is more likely that theophilus was a real person. Among others the socalled habakkuk commentary 1qp hab was found in cave i. The former treatise this former treatise, undoubtedly, means the gospel, which was written by st. Read and study acts 21 with the verse by verse bible commentary. Acts 1, new international version niv the bible app. A comprehensive introduction to biblical interpretation, and commentaries on revelation. A commentary on the acts of the apostles by pastor galen l. Study the bible online using commentary on acts 3 and more. Acts with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Acts chapter 28 verse by verse bible commentary matthew.
Verse 23 is a clear instance of how the sovereignty of god and the responsibility of man do not clash, when it is a question of practical results. If even he was indebted to the holy spirit for the power of his ministry, surely we cannot afford to attempt the work appointed us without the same anointing. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the. Read acts commentary using commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in lukes second volume. Most can be obtained from a good religious bookstore. Acts verse by verse osborne new testament commentaries. Written in the late 19th century, commentary on the acts of the apostles is a verse by verse look at acts, which mcgarvey believed many theologians had misunderstood before. The events in the book of acts changed our world forever. Verse 23 is a clear instance of how the sovereignty of god and the responsibility of man do not clash, when it is a question of. Verse 1 luke referred to his gospel here as my first book. This is a pattern for the rest of the book of acts, which shows us what the holy spirit does operating through the church. For a broader view look at the comments in the right column. Since water baptism is essential for salvation, it must be the one baptism that continues today.
Acts brazos theological commentary on the bible kindle edition by pelikan, jaroslav. This seminarylevel study also retains its depth and uses an engaging interactive format. In the book of acts itself we find two important hints which are important to ascertain the time of writing. Each study expounds a passage, forms a principle out of that passage, and shows how to apply that principle to your life. The book of acts a verse by verse commentary filled with the spirit john r. Holy spirit baptism, though practiced in acts, had ceased by the time ephesians was written. Read and study acts 1 with the verse by verse bible commentary. Study acts using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Jul, 2018 this is a verse by verse study of the book of acts.
Bible roman empire map large map of the roman empire in the early first century click around on the places. Introduction when i come to acts chapter 27, it is like a breath of fresh air to me. Audio and manuscripts are available for each lesson. Study scripture verses with commentary, concordances, and use highlighting, underlining, take notes in the bible. When he saw the favorable response among the jews, he planned to repeat the. The slow steps by which the promise made to abraham advanced toward performance, plainly show that it had a spiritual meaning, and that the land intended was the heavenly. Acts is a fastmoving historical account of the first three decades of. To rightly divide this gospel, however, it is not necessary to know these traditions. The book of acts a verse by verse commentary youtube. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Acts complete bible commentary verse by verse on apple books. We have just added many new sources, including the expositors bible commentary, bengels gnomon, langes commentary, hastings great texts and many more.
Charles swindoll acts view a list of bible maps from the swindoll study bible. Acts of the apostles bible study notes, commentary, and comments. Upon the free conference he had with the jews at rome, both about his own affair acts 28. Best acts commentaries updated for 2020 best bible. Acts verse by verse bible commentary matthew henry bible. Read your own bible, the bible as quoted on this site, and my comments.
Acts of the apostles verse by verse ministry international. Since the text and audio content provided by blb represent a range of evangelical traditions, all of the ideas and principles conveyed in the resource materials are not. Acts complete bible commentary verse by verse on apple. A commentary is added to each verse in which the incidents of the time of the jewish commentator are explained to be the fulfilment of habakkuks prophecy. Book of acts matthew henrys bible commentary concise. Following his account of jesus life and ministry in his gospel, luke recounts the formation of the early church in acts.
Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. Richison exposes the mind of god to the mind of man by expounding individual books of gods word verse by verse. In this volume, the entire text of the book of acts is commented with notes of each chapter. Imagine what it would be like if the book of acts wasnt in the bible. The verse by verse commentary on revelation introduction this commentary on revelation will prove, contrary to what most people think, that the revelation, the last book of the bible, is not difficult to understand if we will take a simple, facevalue. Study the bible online using commentary on acts and more. James takes you through acts 6 to give you a clear understanding of the word of god, and with motion graphics and text on the screen to help, this makes for a compelling production for those who. Each book page may contain relevant audio, video, or verse by verse commentary. Already the church father ireneus ca 140202 mentions that luke is the author of the book of acts.
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