Paul’s Witness to the Jews in Rome

Acts 28:17-25

Paul’s witness to the Jews in Rome

Intro

A. INITIAL VISIT (Acts 28:17-22).

1. Paul’s explanation for wanting to see them (Acts 28:17-20).

2. The response of the leading Jews (Acts 28:21-22).

B. GOSPEL SEMINAR (Acts 28:23-24).

1. Kingdom of God. Acts 1:3; 8:12; 14:22; 19:8; 20:25; 28:23, 31.

a. REIGN AND REALM.

b. PRESENT AND FUTURE.

(1) Present now. SPIRITUAL/SALVATION.

(2) Future. JUDGMENT AND GLORIFICATION.

2. Persuading about Jesus.

a. Law of Moses -

b. Prophets -

3. Mixed response (Acts 28:24). Gospel division.

PRACTICAL LESSONS

1. How does one enter the kingdom?

2. What are the practical implications of citizenship in Christ’s kingdom today?

3. What is the blessing of being in Christ’s kingdom.

Conclusion