Encountering Deception and Persecution (June 26, 2022)

Pastor Andy Lambert   -   June 26, 2022

Unit Theme: Acts of the Apostles (Part 1)

June 26, 2022 (Lesson 4)

ENCOUNTERING DECEPTION AND PERSECUTION

1. God Judges Two Deceivers (Acts 4:34-37; 5:1-11)
2. Holy Spirit-Empowered Ministry (Acts 5:12-16)
3. Persecution and Rejoicing (Acts 5:17-42)

Central Truth:  God works to protect and perpetuate the Church.

Focus:  Consider how God preserved and protected the early church and trust in His keeping power.

Evangelism Emphasis:  God protects and preserves the Church so it can fulfill the Great Commission.

Golden Text:  “If it be of God, ye cannot overthrow it; lest haply ye be found even to fight against God” (Acts 5:39).