Insights from Acts 13:14-49 for Eternal Life Seekers
Delve into Acts 13:14-49 for a profound understanding of God's appointment for eternal life. Witness the historical context, John the Baptist's testimony, Jesus' fulfillment of scripture, and the response of both Jews and Gentiles to the message. Explore the divine orchestration behind acceptance and discover the lessons on predestination and glorification. Embrace the significance of being appointed for eternal life and let these insights deepen your spiritual journey.
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APPOINTED FOR ETERNAL LIFE Acts 13:14-49 Vs. 14 Not Syrian Antioch, in Pisidia during first preaching trip Vs. 15 Synagogue custom to allow comments by fellow Jews Vs. 16 Jews and God-fearers (i.e. proselytes) History of Israel Egypt King David (17-22). Note: Man after God s heart The heart matters. Vs. 23 Jesus was from David s seed King, promised Savior
APPOINTED FOR ETERNAL LIFE Acts 13:14-49 Testimony of John the Baptist (24-25) Baptism of repentance (preparation) Not the Messiah He would be greater Glad Tidings Jesus death fulfilled the OT Scripture His death and resurrection were promised (26-34). Psalm 16:10 not David (35-37) Jesus superiority to the Law of Moses Forgiveness (38) and Justification (39) Hab. 1:5 Believe it or Not? (40-41)
APPOINTED FOR ETERNAL LIFE Acts 13:14-49 After the Sermon Many believed (42-43) Next Sabbath almost whole city (44) Some envy and opposition (45) Paul s explanation (46) Word first to Jews (cf. Rom. 1:16) Then to Gentiles (46c-47) Why didn t some accept? You reject it, and judge yourselves unworthy of everlasting life (46b)
APPOINTED FOR ETERNAL LIFE Acts 13:14-49 After the Sermon The Gentiles response They were glad (48a) Glorified the word of God (48b) Praised it Fulfilled its promise As many as had been appointed to eternal life believed (48c) What does this mean? Like the Jews, not all accepted. How had they been appointed ?
APPOINTED FOR ETERNAL LIFE Acts 13:14-49 Had been appointed Gr. (tass ) to arrange in an orderly manner, i.e. assign or dispose (to a certain position or lot): addict, appoint, determine, ordain, set (Strong s) Perfect Passive Form i.e. in a state of having been
APPOINTED FOR ETERNAL LIFE Acts 13:14-49 Who (or what) had ordered, arranged, appointed them to accept this message of eternal life? God? marked out by God for eternal life (BBE) cf. Ezek. 18:32; 2 Pet. 3:9 The message? Cf. Jews you reject it (46b) Glorified the word (48b) Their own hearts? Cf. Jews judge yourselves unworthy of everlasting life (46c) as many as were disposed for eternal life (LO)
APPOINTED FOR ETERNAL LIFE Acts 13:14-49 Lessons from Acts 13:46, 48 God predetermines that some things will happen so that other things might happen. We have a choice that God will not force upon us. Our disposition toward God s word can qualify or disqualify us from eternal life. The proper disposition allows truth to be seen for what it is glad tidings. Those who want eternal life can have it.
