Joy in Suffering

Bible Text: Acts 5:33-42 | Preacher: Alan Conner | Series: 2018, Book of Acts | Northwest Bible Church – Sept. 30, 2018 – Book of Acts – Alan Conner
Acts 5:33-42
Joy in Suffering
Intro
A. THE COUNSEL OF GAMALIEL (Acts 5:33-39).
1. Gamaliel the man (Acts 5:34).
a. His pedigree.
b. His reputation.
2. Gamaliel’s speech (Acts 5:34-39).
a. Two historical of failed uprisings (Acts 5:34-37).
b. Gamaliel’s evaluation of the apostles (Acts 5:38-39).
B. THE PUNISHMENT OF THE APOSTLES (Acts 5:40).
1. The flogging.
2. The prohibition. Speak no more.
C. THE RESPONSE OF THE APOSTLES (Acts 5:41-42).
1. Their rejoicing (Acts 5:41).
a) Cause: Worthy to suffer shame for Jesus’ name.
b) Underlying attitude.
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2. Their preaching (Acts 5:42).
Conclusion