When you come together, each one has a song, has a lesson, has a revelation, has a tongue, has an interpretation. But stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high (Luke 24:44-49, emphasis mine). In both Luke and Acts, we see that our Lord promised power through the coming of the Holy Spirit, with the result that the gospel would be proclaimed to all the earth, beginning at Jerusalem. Secondly, we are never commanded or encouraged to seek the gift of tongues. So Lukes account is an attempt to describe the awesome sound that drew people from all over the city of Jerusalem. It enabled the church to be launched in all of these places when these men returned to their homes. 4 All of them were filled . 14 And he said, My presence will go with you,11 and I will give you rest. 15 And he said to him, If your presence does not go with us, do not take us up from here. He drew crowds, even in the wilderness. The awesome noise (like a violent wind) attracted the crowds. And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. They are to take the gospel to all nations, beginning in Jerusalem. Copyright 2019 by Zondervan. Perhaps there were many who, sensing that that kingdom was near, determined to be in Jerusalem, where such things would commence. 2 And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like g a mighty rushing wind, and h it filled the entire house where they were sitting. May 29, 2015 at 1:48 pm Just back from 3 weeks vacation and was needing some inspiration as I wanted to do Pentecost, albeit a week late, so you have given me the impetus! The Holy Spirit Comes. And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place (Acts 2:1, KJV, emphasis mine). Acts 2:1-13 . But it is neither wind nor fire, literally, so far as the account informs us. 4And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance. The final place of judgment is the lake that burns with fire forever and ever. 13 Then you will know that I am the Lord, when I open your graves and raise you from your graves, my people. From the account of the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah (Genesis 19:24), we see that fire is also a means of divine judgment (see also 2 Kings 1). The Day of Pentecost - Acts 2:1-13. by whenoneteachestwolearn on September 19, 2012. In addition, anyone who wants to share the Bible with others can print unlimited copies and give them away free to others. As we approach Lukes description of the Pentecost event, we should do so fully aware that those who experienced it had been prepared for its arrival, even though they did not know exactly what it would be like. 2 Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. But the things that come out of the mouth come from the heart, and these things defile a person (Matthew 15:18, emphasis mine). The feast of Pentecost came fifty days after the feast of first fruits. 8 But no human being can subdue the tongue; it is a restless evil, full of deadly poison (James 3:1-8, emphasis mine). 6 When this sound occurred, a crowd gathered and was in confusion, because each one heard them speaking in his own language. View slideshow Download image set Story Planner Other resources. Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used by permission. 2 When the day of Pentecost t came, they were all together u in one place. I will bring you to the land of Israel. It was the time when God identified Himself with the church, the time when He endowed the saints with power so that they could carry out the Great Commission. 2When the day of Pentecost(A) came, they were all together(B) in one place. Acts 2:1-13 When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. The ESV Holy Bible for Kids is a highly affordable edition for young readers with 24 pages of illustrations depicting major scenes in the story of redemption as well as kid-friendly maps. The sound of the violent rushing wind was primarily a picture of invisible power. Small, flexible and hard-wearing - take this NIV Bible everywhere! 49 And look, I am sending you what my Father promised. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. In this way, we can see that Pentecost followed Passover, but was actually 50 days after the offering of first fruits. But others dismissed these miraculous events as the babblings of those who were drunk: They are drunk on new wine! (verse 13). At Pentecost, the power and authority of God are bestowed upon the disciples in the coming of the Holy Spirit. It is an Old Testament festival type that was fulfilled in Acts 2. Thus, it marked the transition from harvesting barley to harvesting wheat. He is with us, not only to teach, comfort, and guide us, but also to empower us to carry out the Great Commission. Even the most pagan of people in this community celebrates Christmas. It is something like tongues made of fire. As we will see throughout the Book of Acts, God is sovereign. Acts 2:1 "And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place." "Day of Pentecost": Pentecost means fiftieth" and refers to the feast of weeks (Exodus 34:22-23), or Harvest (Lev. I am reminded of the events of Exodus in chapters 32-34. Read verse in New Revised Standard w/ Apocrypha When they had entered the city, they went up to the upper room where they were staying; that is, Peter and John and James and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew, James the son of Alphaeus, and Simon the Zealot, and Judas the son of James. 3And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. Does this not explain the connection between Acts 1:12-14 and Acts 2:1-13? There is no emphasis on the sensational, no lengthy or embellished description of the unusual phenomenon. 8 And how is it that each one of us hears them in our own native language? 4 All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak . After that purpose was fulfilled, they passed off the scene. We see it when Moses encounters the burning bush in Exodus 3. The devout Jews sensed that there was spiritual significance to these events, and they sought to know what it was: What does this mean (verse 12)? I am . Once the transition was completed, all that believe in Christ receive the Holy Spirit at the moment of salvation (Gal. Following that, we wait throughout Lent as we reflect on the significance of that season. Found insideGod guides our witness and our walk. In the book of Acts, we have a record of the most fertile period of outreach in the history of Christianity. Churches were planted near and far as Jesus followers proclaimed the message of Christ. 3 And divided tongues # Matt. While Moses was on the mountain, receiving the Ten Commandments in stone, the Israelites are down below (in full view of the manifestations of Gods presence on the mountain) worshipping the idol they had instructed Aaron to fashion for them. From all over the Eastern Mediterranean world, wherever Jews had settled or foreigners had embraced the Jewish religion, they came each year. Pentecost is commonly thought to follow Passover by fifty days. And the fulness of the Spirit in Gods people is to empower them for witness to all the nations. According to Paul, even our Lord Jesus was present, although not recognized as such (1 Corinthians 10:4). God is promising Moses that He will go with him personally, but He is not promising to go with Israel. Acts 2:1-13 KJV And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. On the other hand, Jesus was identifying Himself with us, mankind, and our need for a Savior. Like Like. Acts 1 serves as an introduction to the Book of Acts, as well as an introduction to Pentecost. As Paul later stated, the gospel is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes (Rom. 1 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place.. 2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting.. 3 And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them.. 4 And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to . He explained, The wind blows where it wishes and you hear the sound of it, but do not know where it comes from and where it is going; so is everyone who is born of the Spirit (3:8). Fifty days following the Passover feast day, the death of Christ, the Lamb of God, who was slain for the effectual passing over of the angel of the second death, is a day celebrated because it marks the beginning of spiritual life. At the time of His death, a number of very unusual things occurred, things which could not be quickly and easily explained away: 50 Then Jesus cried out again with a loud voice and gave up his spirit. There are two additional indications of Gods sovereignty in bestowing the Spirit in close proximity to verse 1. Found inside(Piano Solo Personality). 29 timeless hymns as played by acclaimed pianist Paul Cardall, arranged for piano solo. Word about Jesus had spread abroad. 3:11 as of fire appeared to them and rested # 2:3 Or And tongues . We should expect the same response. 2 Suddenly, there was a sound from heaven like the roaring of a mighty windstorm, and it filled the house where they were sitting. Im inclined to see the interpretation in terms of the sequence of spring holidays we have seen thus far. And a voice came from heaven, You are my one dear Son; in you I take great delight (Luke 3:15-17, 21-22, emphasis mine). Is it not striking that our Lord has orchestrated Pentecost in such a way that (so to speak) all the nations of the earth are present and represented by those who were dwelling in Jerusalem when the Spirit was bestowed on the church? The Holy Spirit Comes at Pentecost. Second, Pentecost was unique in that the grain offering was in the form of two loaves,13 both of which were made with leaven (Leviticus 23:17). 3 Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them. 4 And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit . We can only see His effects. 3 Jesus replied, I tell you the solemn truth, unless a person is born from above, he cannot see the kingdom of God. 4 Nicodemus said to him, How can a man be born when he is old? Read verse in New Revised Standard w/ Apocrypha The Holy Spirit, like the wind, is a mighty power, but we cannot see Him. BY She Reads Truth. 2:14). 16 Then I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate to be with you forever 17 the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot accept, because it does not see him or know him. 21 Now when all the people were baptized, Jesus also was baptized. 2:9-11). 52 And tombs were opened, and the bodies of many saints who had died were raised. Finally, as I hope you can see from the context of Acts 2, the meaning of Pentecost was not to encourage believers to have an ecstatic experience for their own edification. An auditory and a visual manifestation accompany the filling of the Spirit. Let us begin by turning to Lukes Gospel and his words regarding the relationship between Jesus and John the Baptist in chapter 3: 15 While the people were filled with anticipation and they all wondered whether perhaps John could be the Christ, 16 John answered them all, I baptize you with water, but one more powerful than I am is comingI am not worthy to untie the strap of his sandals. The first is that John contrasts his baptism with that of Jesus. This morning we will be studying Acts 2:1-13 in which Luke gives an account of the events that took place on the day of Pentecost following Jesus' ascension. Found insideThis updated edition of the popular New Testament and Old Testament series will offer readers a complete selection of studies by Max Lucado. We are a people of Pentecost as much as we are a people of Easter. 2. The Coming of the Holy Spirit. What a wonder that must have been for both speaker and hearer. In believers baptism, the one being baptized identifies himself or herself with Jesus in His saving work His death, burial, and resurrection. 4 See, for example, Ezekiel 11:18-21; 36:22-32; 37:1-14; 39:29; Zechariah 4:6-9. Acts 2:1-13. He added, You know Him because He abides with you and will be in you (John 14:16-17). It is available on the Internet at: www.netbible.org. 6 BDAG Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament and Other Early Christian Literature, Third Edition, Copyright 2000, The University of Chicago Press. 5 This is what the Sovereign Lord says to these bones: Look, I am about to infuse breath into you and you will live. The writer to the Hebrews says the same thing: For the law possesses a shadow of the good things to come but not the reality itself, and is therefore completely unable, by the same sacrifices offered continually, year after year, to perfect those who come to worship (Hebrews 10:1, emphasis mine). Found inside Page 37The second chapter of Acts is comprised of three parts: the narrative recounting the Pentecost event itself and its witnesses (2:113), And while he was praying, the heavens opened, 22 and the Holy Spirit descended on him in bodily form like a dove. The church is born (2:1-13) Pentecost was a Jewish harvest festival held on the Sunday fifty days after Passover, when Israelites presented the first portion of their harvest to God (Leviticus 23:15-21).It was therefore a fitting day to mark the birth of the Christian church. Only here do those looking on hear the praises of God in their own mother tongue. The Jewish feasts are observed according to the Jewish calendar. Acts Chapter 2. This section (Acts 2:5-13) is considerably larger than the setting (Acts 2:1) and the spectacular phenomenon (Acts 2:2-4). What a contrast to Passover and the Feast of Unleavened Bread, where no leaven was tolerated! Moses successfully (humanly speaking) interceded for the nation, and God spared them. The author of Hebrews wrote to a second generation of Jewish Christians. Hard questions are explored and answered. Clarity and insight radiate from every page. Here is the mature reflection of a Reformed theologian who will summon respect and charity from those who disagree. 9 Parthians, Medes, Elamites, and residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and the province of Asia, 10 Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya near Cyrene, and visitors from Rome, 11 both Jews and proselytes, Cretans and Arabswe hear them speaking in our own languages about the great deeds God has done! 12 All were astounded and greatly confused, saying to one another, What does this mean? 13 But others jeered at the speakers, saying, They are drunk on new wine! (Acts 4:1-13, emphasis mine). Welcome! Think, too, of the things which had taken place in recent times. Roll the dice and . In our Lords baptism, Jesus certainly identified Himself with John, his ministry, and his message. It pollutes the entire body and sets fire to the course of human existenceand is set on fire by hell. 12:31), he is talking to the church as a body, not to individuals. 4All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit(D) and began to speak in other tongues[a](E) as the Spirit enabled them. . As John proclaims in Revelation 5:9, Jesus purchased for God with His blood men from every tribe and tongue and people and nation. We cannot rest until all the nations have heard the good news about Christ. Among other rituals, they were to wave before the Lord two loaves of wheat bread, made with leaven (Lev. * [2:1-41] Luke's pentecostal narrative consists of an introduction (Acts 2:1-13), a speech ascribed to Peter declaring the resurrection of Jesus and its messianic significance (Acts 2:14-36), and a favorable response from the audience (Acts 2:37-41). 11Cretes and Arabians, we do hear them speak in our tongues the wonderful works of God. 1 Now when the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. 4 . The emphasis will fall on those who witnessed this event, and on the occasion it brought for the proclamation of the gospel. Found insideOne of Charles R. Swindoll's most powerful works, Strengthen Your Grip has sold over one million copies. Now in paperback, this revised and updated edition speaks more eloquently today than ever before to a world coming apart at its seams. The classic text for Pentecost, Acts 2, speaks of this way. 3 And divided tongues i as of fire appeared to them and rested 1 on each one of them. The authors build on their earlier social-scientific works and enhance the highly successful commentary model they developed in their social-scientific commentaries. This volume is a thoroughly revised edition of this popular commentary. 8 So then, let us celebrate the festival, not with the old yeast, the yeast of vice and evil, but with the bread without yeast, the bread of sincerity and truth (1 Corinthians 5:6-8). This is a controversial subject; if you disagree with me, please try to set aside your emotions and reason with me from Scripture. Six years in the making, this state-of-the-art dictionary offers the most up-to-date and comprehensive treatment of biblical subjects and scholarship. Fire brings both heat and light. These Jews from all of these nations heard the disciples speaking of the mighty deeds of God (2:11). 4:3 ratio 16:9 widescreen. Whatever the harvest had been during the life and ministry of our Lord, it would suddenly increase, beginning with Pentecost. The "coming" of the Holy Spirit is very much like the account of the birth of our Lord in Luke. Acts 2:1-13. Acts 2 must be interpreted in light of Acts 1:4-8, where the risen Lord Jesus instructed the disciples to wait in Jerusalem for the promise of the Father, the Holy Spirit. He commands His disciples to make disciples of all nations, and He promises to be with them always, to the end of the age. Through them, it spreads as the gospel is proclaimed and the Spirit imparts new life in Christ to dead sinners. It is a key event depicted at the beginning of the Book of Acts which sets the stage for what follows. 35 The good person brings good things out of his good treasury, and the evil person brings evil things out of his evil treasury. Fifty days later, Israel celebrated the Feast of Pentecost. 3 And divided tongues i as of fire appeared to them and rested 1 on each one of them. In Ezekiel 37, God commanded the prophet to prophesy to the winds to breathe on a valley of dry bones. To be filled with the Spirit, we must empty ourselves by confessing all known sin and by dying to self. 1 Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are from the NET Bible. Their purpose had been to confirm the apostolic message. The Holy Spirit Comes at Pentecost. A. The fire on the Day of Pentecost appeared in the form of tongues to symbolize Gods holy power through the proclamation of His Word, burning into people in a way that purifies them. God Himself was in the bush. This should serve as an indication of where Luke wants to put the emphasis. The human tongue is a reflection of what is in our hearts: 33 Make a tree good and its fruit will be good, or make a tree bad and its fruit will be bad, for a tree is known by its fruit. Acts 2:1-13. The city itself could not hold them, and they filled the surrounding villages, while large numbers set up tents outside the city (emphasis mine).10. He means that the church should seek gifts that build up the body, not those, such as tongues, that may edify the individual. God now identifies Himself with His people in a most intimate way. When the Gospel of Matthew ends with the Great Commission, we find these words of our Lord, reassuring His disciples that He will be with them always, to the end of the age: What does Pentecost mean to us? Invariably, it starts with the church, purifying Gods people, igniting their cold hearts with a renewed passion for knowing God and burning off the dross of the world that had contaminated them. 3 They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. The Father identified Jesus as His beloved Son in whom He was greatly pleased (Matthew 3:17; Mark 1:11; Luke 3:22). And see that this nation is your people. 2 And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like g a mighty rushing wind, and h it filled the entire house where they were sitting. We see that it is from this point on that Jesus is endowed with power from on high to conduct His earthly ministry. This criterion alone invalidates 99 percent of what is called speaking in tongues in our day. 2 Suddenly a sound like a violent wind blowing came from heaven and filled the entire house where they were sitting. And suddenly a sound came from heaven like the rush of a mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. Joachim Jeremias, Jerusalem in the Time of Jesus (Philadelphia: Fortress Press, 1969), p. 84. That is how John the Baptist seems to think of our Lords baptism of fire, at least in part: 11 I baptize you with water, for repentance, but the one coming after me is more powerful than I amI am not worthy to carry his sandals. But you know him, because he resides with you and will be in you. The Spirit moves the church into the world. What can the book of Acts tell us about how the church should operate today? 10Phrygia, and Pamphylia, in Egypt, and in the parts of Libya about Cyrene, and strangers of Rome, Jews and proselytes. 19 In a little while the world will not see me any longer, but you will see me; because I live, you will live too. Found insideEngaging feminist hermeneutics and philosophy in addition to more traditional methods of biblical study, Salty Wives, Spirited Mothers, and Savvy Widows demonstrates and celebrates the remarkable capability and ingenuity of several women in 5 Technically, Pentecost comes 50 days after the offering of the first fruits of grain. 5:16). Read verse in New Living Translation Download story: The Holy Spirit comes. Gods purpose at Pentecost was to equip His church with the mighty power of the Holy Spirit so that we would be His witnesses to all the nations, resulting in His eternal glory. 3 And if we put bits into the mouths of horses to get them to obey us, then we guide their entire bodies. Acts Chapter 2. The Power of Pentecost - Acts 2:1-13. Like the Feast of Unleavened Bread, the offering of Israels first fruits followed shortly after the observance of the Passover meal. 4:31; 16:26] it filled the entire house where they were sitting. At the baptism of Jesus, we see God identifying Himself (Father and Spirit) with the Son, and with His ministry. That gospel must be verbally proclaimed for the power to come through. I would first like to point out the brevity of this account. The Greek word for "Pentecost" means fiftieth, and it was celebrated the fiftieth day from the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Each day we'll read a thematic selection from a different book of the Bible, along with . He starts east of Israel and ends up encircling the land. (Acts 2: 1-13) Pentecost celebrates the coming of the Holy Spirit. Newly revised 11-lesson study of the book of Acts. These were folks who needed to place their trust in Jesus as the promised Messiah. Acts Chapter 2:1-13 Read slow and with power (Pentecost) 50 days they waited for God to come and baptize them and accomplish what He has said would happen. As we enter this chapter, we find the disciples anticipating a new beginning. He tells us simply that they were all together in one place.7 I think there is a reason for this: Luke is seeking to inform us that the Spirit came upon them because it was the right time (Pentecost was fully come), and it was the sovereign work of God. It is likely that the narrative telescopes events that took place over a period of . 2 thoughts on " Top Ten - a sermon for Pentecost on Acts 2:1-13 " Catherine MacDonald. And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like a mighty rushing wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. The results of a consistent daily walk in the Spirit will be the fruit of the Spirit (Gal. Put differently, the spectacular events were not primarily for the benefit of the believers, but for the edification of those who witnessed this miraculous moment. Second, I believe that the wording of most translations of verse 1 does not do justice to Lukes carefully crafted account. 23 At three times in the year all your men must appear before the Lord God, the God of Israel (Exodus 34:22-23, emphasis mine). You know that your birthday is coming, and that someone who loves you has a present for you. 21 Now when all the people were baptized, Jesus also was baptized. Acts 2:1-13 NIV When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Acts has been called the Gospel of the Holy Spirit; so before we turn to . Acts 2:1-21. Acts 1:13-15. Matthews Gospel began by telling us that in Jesus, God is with us: 20 When he had contemplated this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife, because the child conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. Moses in the wilderness saw the bush that was burning and yet not consumed. The Day Of Pentecost ( Acts 2:1-13) We may never know precisely what happened on the Day of Pentecost but we do know that it was one of the supremely great days of the Christian Church. But God was not intimately indwelling His people. 4:30); you cannot grieve an impersonal force. The second phenomenon was the appearance of tongues of fire resting on each person in the room. 3 And tongues spreading out like a fire appeared to them and came to rest on each one of them. In addition to our text (Acts 2:5), it is found in Luke 2:25, where we are introduced to Simeon. 1. Is this somehow a fulfillment of our Lords promise to His disciples? We see it in the pillar of fire that accompanied the Israelites (Exodus 13:21ff.). 21 She will give birth to a son and you will name him Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins. 22 This all happened so that what was spoken by the Lord through the prophet would be fulfilled: 23 Look! Ancient reports range from half a million to twelve million! Then, there was the visible sign of tongues of fire resting on each person. 12And they were all amazed, and were in doubt, saying one to another, What meaneth this? 2 And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like # [1 Kgs. It was the time, thanks to the atoning sacrifice of Jesus on the cross, when God could now indwell those who were not yet free from sin and its corrupting influences. Surely we cannot help but see the connection between Pentecost and this text in Luke, in which Jesus assures His disciples that the Father will give the Spirit to those who ask for Him. Rather, the Holy Spirit sovereignly distributes gifts as He wills (1 Cor. The Holy Spirit at Pentecost (Genesis 11:1-9; Leviticus 23:15-22)1 When the day of Pentecost a came, they were all together in one place.. 2 Suddenly a sound like a mighty rushing wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. Something about His death caused those who witnessed it a great deal of distress: 47 Now when the centurion saw what had happened, he praised God and said, Certainly this man was innocent! 48 And all the crowds that had assembled for this spectacle, when they saw what had taken place, returned home beating their breasts (Luke 23:47-48). 2 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. 20 You will know at that time that I am in my Father and you are in me and I am in you. Read verse in Revised Standard Version Bob was born and raised in a Christian home i More, /seriespage/lords-appointed-times-leviticus-23. Surely the devout Jews heard of such things, and just as surely, they would have made every effort to relocate to Jerusalem, hoping to be on hand when the kingdom of God was inaugurated. 8:9). God judged those proud men by confusing their languages. 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