The Mighty Acts of God
Series given at the Wilbraham Eastern Christadelphian Bible School in 08/1978 Class 1 - This Jesus Hath God Raised Up Class 2 - The Visitation at Pentecost Class 3 - The Conversion of Saul Class 4 - The Work of Paul and Barnabas Class 5 - - The City of Jerusalem Class 6 - The Ministry of Paul
Classes
Class 1: Alfred Norris - The Mighty Acts of God - Class 1 - This Jesus Hath God Raised Up
The class covers the resurrection of Jesus and the early Christian community's response, emphasizing the apostles' role in spreading the message of salvation and the importance of repentance and baptism.
Class 2: Alfred Norris - The Mighty Acts of God - Class 2 - The Visitation at Pentecost
The class discusses the resurrection of Jesus and its significance for repentance and judgment, focusing on Acts chapter 2 and the apostles' preaching. It covers the division among people's responses to the gospel and the increasing hostility towards the apostles.
Class 3: Alfred Norris - The Mighty Acts of God - Class 3 - The Conversion of Saul
The class discusses the conversion of Saul, emphasizing his role in Stephen's death and his subsequent transformation. It highlights Saul's resistance to the faith and his eventual repentance, illustrating the power of divine intervention and the importance of faith.
Class 4: Alfred Norris - The Mighty Acts of God - Class 4 - The Work of Barnabas and Paul
The class discusses the call of Barnabas and Paul to missionary work in Antioch, emphasizing the importance of prayer and fasting before embarking on their mission. It covers Paul's first miracle and his change of name, as well as the early challenges and conversions among Gentiles.
Class 5: Alfred Norris - The Mighty Acts of God - Class 5 - The City of Jerusalem
The class discusses Paul's efforts to preach to Jews despite their rejection of his message, emphasizing his sorrow and perseverance. It covers Paul's interactions with Jewish leaders in Jerusalem and his continued commitment to the hope of Israel's salvation, despite the opposition and suffering he endured.
Class 6: Alfred Norris - The Mighty Acts of God - Class 6 - The Ministry of Paul
The class discusses the mighty acts of God as seen in the Acts of the Apostles, focusing on the judgment of Ananias and Sapphira, the striking of Elymas blind, and the death of Herod. It also explores Old Testament examples of divine judgment, emphasizing the importance of faith and the atonement of Christ.