As the Spirit fell on the 120 disciples in the temple with the sound of wind and tongues of fire it got the attention of those worshipers in the temple: And they all continued in amazement and great perplexity, saying to one another, "What does this mean?" 13 But others were mocking and saying, "They are full of sweet wine."   (Acts 2:12-13 NASB)   Because of the audiovisual effect of Pentecost, a crowd gathered around, giving Peter the opportunity to preach. In that crowd were two kinds of people. One kind ultimately thought everything that was happening was ridiculous. They rationalized it away by saying, "They are drunk." Today people still respond to the Gospel this way, "You are wasting your life believing a myth. I’m glad it makes you happy, but . . . (what an idiot)." There will always be this response from some, there will always be mockers. There were others there who were asking, "What does this mean? What is going on?" So Peter stands up and addresses both groups This message preached by David B. Curtis on May 25th, 2008 . Media #416. Berean Bible Church provides this material free of charge for the edification of the Body of Christ. You can help further this work by your prayer and by sending a contribution to: Berean Bible Church 2000 Centerville Turnpike Chesapeake, VA 23322

This is probably the most famous chapter in the book of Hebrews, it has been called "The Great Faith Chapter". It is evident that the 11th chapter is but a continuation of the teaching and instruction developed in the closing section of chapter 10. Hebrews 10:38 (NKJV) Now the just shall live by faith; But if anyone draws back, My soul has no pleasure in him." The "just" is referring to believers; we as Christians are to live by faith. This 11th chapter is not an explanation of how to be saved. It is rather a call to perseverance in faith, whatever the odds. In this chapter we have an extended list of examples of Old Testament men and women who lived by faith in the midst of great persecution and tribulation. Hebrews 11:1 (NKJV) Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. This message preached by David B. Curtis on October 28, 2001 . Media #221a. Berean Bible Church provides this material free of charge for the edification of the Body of Christ. You can help further this work by your prayer and by sending a contribution to: Berean Bible Church 2000 Centerville Turnpike Chesapeake, VA 23322

We are looking at Acts 2 and the subject of Pentecost. On the day of Pentecost the promised Spirit arrived, it was an audiovisual experience. And suddenly there came from heaven a noise like a violent, rushing wind, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3 and there appeared to them tongues as of fire distributing themselves, and they rested on each one of them.    (Acts 2:2-3 NASB) There was a noise like a violent, rushing wind. No wind, just noise. This would get their attention. The Greek word used here for wind is most often translated "breath of life". Luke uses this particular word here to stress the life-giving breath of God, as symbolized by the sound of wind. Notice also that there are tongues of fire. This message preached by David B. Curtis on May 11th, 2008. Media #415. Berean Bible Church provides this material free of charge for the edification of the Body of Christ. You can help further this work by your prayer and by sending a contribution to: Berean Bible Church 2000 Centerville Turnpike Chesapeake, VA 23322

In our last study we looked at the subject of Pentecost. Could you explain Pentecost and its significance to someone? When the Holy Spirit came upon the apostles and the other believers on the Day of Pentecost, those who heard them speaking in tongues were perplexed and asked, And they all continued in amazement and great perplexity, saying to one another, "What does this mean?"    (Acts 2:12 NASB) What does this mean? This message preached by David B. Curtis on May 5th, 2008. Media #414. Berean Bible Church provides this material free of charge for the edification of the Body of Christ. You can help further this work by your prayer and by sending a contribution to: Berean Bible Church 2000 Centerville Turnpike Chesapeake, VA 23322

As we begin our study of Acts 2, one thing that I want you to keep in mind is that the context is clearly "Jewish." The events take place in Jerusalem. The apostles are all Jews. Peter’s message is rooted in First Testament prophecy, prophecies given to Israel. Peter speaks of God’s coming judgment on Israel and calls on the "men of Israel" to repent, offering not only forgiveness of sins and the gift of the Holy Spirit, but the kingdom as well. And when the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place.    (Acts 2:1 NASB) This message preached by David B. Curtis on April 27th, 2008. Media #413. Berean Bible Church provides this material free of charge for the edification of the Body of Christ. You can help further this work by your prayer and by sending a contribution to: Berean Bible Church 2000 Centerville Turnpike Chesapeake, VA 23322

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