Paul’s Reaction to Abuse

Northwest Bible Church – Sept. 6, 2020 – Book of Acts – Alan ConnerActs 22:30-23:5Paul’s Reaction to Abuse
IntroA. PAUL BEFORE THE JEWISH COUNCIL (Acts 22:30-23:5).
1. The commander calls the Council to assemble (Acts 22:30).
2. Paul affirms his good conscience (Acts 23:1).
3. Ananias has Paul slapped on the mouth (Acts 23:2).

B. PAUL’S RESPONSE TO THE SLAP (Acts 23:3-5).
1. Paul’s rebuke to Ananias (Acts 23:3).
2. Paul’s retraction (Acts 23:4-5).
a. “Not aware that he was high priest”
b. Anchors his words in Scripture. Ex 22:28
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