Michael Horton, Bob Hiller, Justin Holcomb, and Walter Strickland discuss Peter's sermon, the fulfillment of promises to the Patriarchs, Moses, and Prophets, the distinction between Christianity and Judaism, and the call for religious and irreligious alike to repent and have faith in Christ.
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Quick takeaways
Preaching miracles point to Jesus as the central focus, not vice versa.
Early church prioritized preaching to Jews before Gentiles, showcasing inclusive salvation for all.
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The Significance of Miracles in Preaching
Miracles in preaching serve as signs that verify the preached message. Instead of seeking a sermon to lead to miracles, the goal is for the miracle to direct individuals to Christ. Following the example of Jesus, the apostles focus on performing miracles to emphasize the nature of God's kingdom. Peter's emphasis on the goal of miracles being to bring people to Jesus underlines the central role of Christ in their preaching.
Addressing Anti-Semitic Sentiments in Christianity
The history of the Christian church reveals instances of anti-Semitic attitudes and actions, contrary to the Bible's teachings. Differentiating between the religion of Judaism and the apostolic gospel, the early church prioritized preaching to fellow Jews. The mission to first reach out to the Jewish people before the Gentiles highlights the God of the Bible's inclusive salvation for all creation, beginning with the Jews.
Peter's Sermon on Christ's Redemption
Peter's sermon delivers a message of repentance and redemption through Christ. By linking Christ's suffering to Old Testament prophecies, Peter emphasizes the fulfillment of Scripture in Jesus. He urges the audience to turn from wickedness and embrace salvation through Jesus, portraying Jesus as the awaited Messiah who blesses all families according to the covenant made with Abraham.
Moses and Jesus as Prophetic Figures
The comparison between Moses and Jesus highlights Jesus' surpassing role as the ultimate prophet and fulfillment of God's promises. Moses served as a foreshadowing figure of the greater prophet Jesus, who brings deliverance not only from physical perils but also from sin and death. Jesus embodies the fulfillment of God's covenant with Abraham, extending blessings to all through faith in his redemptive work.
Why was Jesus sent to the Jews first? How does the church relate to Israel now? In Acts 3:12-26, Peter continues to unravel for the “Men of Israel” how Jesus is the fulfillment of the promises made to the Patriarchs, Moses, and the Prophets. In this episode, Michael Horton, Bob Hiller, Justin Holcomb, and Walter Strickland discuss Peter’s second sermon, how Christianity and Judaism became their own distinct religions, and how the preaching of the gospel calls for the religious and irreligious alike to repent and have faith in Christ.