Paul’s Reaction to Abuse

Northwest Bible Church - Sept. 6, 2020 - Book of Acts - Alan Conner
Acts 22:30-23:5
Paul’s Reaction to Abuse

Intro

A. 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

APPLICATION

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