Guidance
As we live for Jesus, it’s not always clear what God’s will is. In this message from Acts 21, we see the Apostle Paul’s approach to two difficult decisions—and how he lives boldly for Christ through them. Outline Knowing God’s Will (vv1-16) Doing God’s Will (vv17-27)
If you could ask God for one thing, if there was one good gift he could give you, what would you ask for? Outline Confidence in God (vv1-3) Seeking God’s House (vv4-6) Romans 8:31-32 Seeking God’s Face (vv7-12) Prayer (1 John 5:14) Acceptance (Exodus 33:20; Hebrews 4:14-16) Guidance (Galatians 5:16) Protection (Romans 8:33) Confidence in God (vv13-14) Seeking God’s Presence (Hebrews 10:19-22; Revelation 22:3-4)
Another time around (6:1-10) Gideon an unsure leader (6:11-16, 36-40; 7:9-15a) a spiteful leader (8:4-21) a faithless leader (8:21-32) God is a mighty warrior (7:1-8, 17-23) gracious and patient beyond measure! God’s gracious patience means salvation 2 Peter 3:3-9
The Gibeonite Deception A Crafty Plan (vv1-15) …that’s caugty out (vv16-18) …but it works! (vv19-27) The Gibeonites and Us The Israelite’s Failure (v14) James 1:5 We don’t need to deceive God! Romans 5:8