16) The Diminishing Of Israel: Paul’s Acts Period Ministry

Summary: This sermon explores the transition from Israel-focused ministry to the Gentile-inclusive gospel of grace, as revealed through Paul's ministry. It compares Peter's message in Acts 2 with Paul's in Acts 13, highlighting the shift in focus from Israel's repentance to justification by faith for all believers. The sermon emphasizes the importance of rightly dividing Scripture and understanding dispensational changes in God's dealings with humanity.

Chapters
Chapter 1: Review and Introduction to Paul's Ministry
0:00 - 15:00
Review of previous teachings and introduction to Paul's ministry during the Acts period.
Chapter 2: Comparing Peter's and Paul's Preaching
15:00 - 30:00
A detailed comparison of Peter's sermon in Acts 2 and Paul's sermon in Acts 13.
Chapter 3: Paul's Apostolic Journeys and Church Planting Strategy
30:00 - 45:00
Overview of Paul's apostolic journeys and his strategy for establishing churches.
Chapter 4: The Diminishing of Israel and Future Topics
45:00 - 60:00
Conclusion on the diminishing of Israel and preview of future sermon topics.

Key Points:
Paul's gospel was received directly from Christ, not from other apostles.
There's a significant difference between Peter's message in Acts 2 and Paul's in Acts 13.
Paul's ministry during Acts was designed to provoke Israel to jealousy.
The church of the body of Christ began before Acts 28.
Paul's strategy involved establishing churches in key cities.
The diminishing of Israel was already occurring when Paul wrote Romans.

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