Expository Study: Acts

In our study, Saul has escaped an assassination plot in Damascus and now comes to Jerusalem where he will meet with the apostles (an HISTORIC moment in Church history!) before continuing a bold ministry that will, again, result in an attempt to have him assassinated. In response, Saul will return to Tarsus. Also Reference: Luke 17:3-4, Philippians 3:4-5, 1 John 1:1-3, Acts 9:15, 1 Corinthians 12:12 https://bbfohio.com

CURRENT EVENTS UPDATE: (1) Israel at War (11/12/23) taking control of North Gaza, threatened escalation by Hezbullah in North Israel with a united Muslim threat of escalation in the region. Palestinians express "buyers regret" while a British journalist says Hamas is WORSE than the Nazis... and K-Mart markets the sale of ham at Christmas with a "Ham-mas" tote! (2) A block of abortion in Ohio after the passage of Issue 1 is being attempted by certain conservative Republicans in the Ohio legislature. In our study, Saul has escaped an assassination plot in Damascus and now comes to Jerusalem where he will meet with the apostles (an HISTORIC moment in Church history!) before continuing a bold ministry that will, again, result in an attempt to have him assassinated. In response, Saul will return to Tarsus. Also Reference: Philippians 3:4-5, 1 John 1:1-3, Acts 9:15, 1 Corinthians 12:12, Acts 19:8-10 https://bbfohio.com

CURRENT EVENTS UPDATE: (1) Israel at War as of 11/5/2023 we play PM Netanyahu's declaration of ground war and show the escalation of Jew hatred in the U.S. (2) Guy Fawkes Day! In our study, Saul is saved and now receives healing and instructions from Jesus through Ananias. But he immediately preaches Jesus as the Christ in the synagogue at Damascus and the Jews put out an assassination hit on him! https://bbfohio.com

In our study, Saul is saved and now receives healing and instructions from Jesus through Ananias. But he immediately preaches Jesus as the Christ in the synagogue at Damascus and the Jews put out an assassination hit on him! https://bbfohio.com

CURRENT EVENTS UPDATE: (1) Israel at War 10/29/2023 with Gog Magog update, (2) The Main Massacre was caused by Americans ignoring the commandment of Jesus Christ in Luke 22:36 and not living with their heritage of the Second Amendment. (3) Reminder to vote NOT on Issue 1 in Ohio on November 7th. In our study, we are introduced to Saul who is a Jewish extremist and Antichristian terrorist with letters (warrants) for the arrest of Christians preaching Jesus in synagogues. But he is blinded by the Light, Jesus the risen Saviour! Also Reference: Romans 10:9-10, Acts 22:9, John 12:29, Isaiah 40:28-31 https://bbfohio.com

In our study, we are introduced to Saul who is a Jewish extremist and Antichristian terrorist with letters (warrants) for the arrest of Christians preaching Jesus in synagogues. But he is blinded by the Light, Jesus the risen Saviour! Also Reference: 1 Corinthians 12:3, Romans 10:9-10, Acts 22:9, John 12:29 https://bbfohio.com

CURRENT EVENTS UPDATE: (1) We cover the headlines related to the War in Israel with Hamas and, (2) Reminder to vote NO on Issue 1 in Ohio by November 7, 2023. In our study, we see the Ethiopian Eunuch demonstrate repentance and faith in the Gospel after Phillip preaches Jesus to him. We discuss "genuine faith" and the response of faith with baptism by immersion which results in the rejoicing in faith that the Eunuch experiences on his way back to Ethiopia. Also Reference: Acts 2:7-9, Acts 2:37-39, Acts 26:20, Acts 20:18-21 https://bbfohio.com

CURRENT EVENTS UPDATE: (1) We examine the historical facts about the "occupiers" of the Land of Israel (and the fact there never was a "Palestinian State" or racial/ethnic group known as "Palestinians". (2) We answer some questions about Israel's war on Hamas. (3) We remind folks to vote NO on Issue 1 (and Issue 2) by Nov. 7, 2023. In our study, Phillip is given direct orders from "the Angel of the Lord" and confronts the Eunuch from Ethiopia serving under Queen Candace about his reading of Isaiah 53. Phillip doesn't try to "get a convert" or push some soul-winning formula but simply preaches Jesus! Also Reference: Acts 2:5, Acts 2:10 https://bbfohio.com

In our study, Phillip is given direct orders from "the Angel of the Lord" and confronts the Eunuch from Ethiopia serving under Queen Candace about his reading of Isaiah 53. Phillip doesn't try to "get a convert" or push some soul-winning formula but simply preaches Jesus! Also Reference: Acts 2:5, Acts 2:10 https://bbfohio.com

CURRENT EVENTS UPDATE: (1) Israel declares war after Hamas attacks killing hundreds of innocent men, women and children while taking unknown numbers of hostages and prisoners. Joe Biden instigating the war by giving $6 Billion to Iran which supports Hamas. (2) We review Issue 1 on the November 7, 2023 ballot in Ohio attempting to enshrine abortion into the Ohio Constitution. Vote NO on Issue 1! In our study, we see the ministry of Phillip in Samaria as he is reinforced by Peter and John who find many converts, including Simon the Sorcerer. Sadly, he thinks God's power can be bought with money and is rebuked by Peter. After noting the transition ministry of the Holy Spirit coming to believers AFTER salvtion... We discuss Simon and how this appears to have ended. Also Reference: Luke 17:3-5 https://bbfohio.com

In our study, we see the ministry of Phillip in Samaria as he is reinforced by Peter and John who find many converts, including Simon the Sorcerer. Sadly, he thinks God's power can be bought with money and is rebuked by Peter. After noting the transition ministry of the Holy Spirit coming to believers AFTER salvtion... We discuss Simon and how this appears to have ended. Also Reference: 1 Corinthians 12:13 https://bbfohio.com

CURRENT EVENTS UPDATE: (1) NFL Hall of Famer Jim Kelly makes his public profession of faith in the Gospel of Jesus Christ by water baptism. (2) Satan's Agenda 2030 is destroying the American farmer, dialing up "prined, synthetic, bio-engineered meats" as well as inserting transgenic, edible vaccines into meat, fruits and vegetables. In our study, we learn about Saul's campaign of terror as he persecutes the Church at Jerusalem and of Stephen's funeral. Also Reference: John 11:35-38, Galatians 1:13, Acts 26:9-11 https://bbfohio.com

In our study, we learn about Saul's campaign of terror as he persecutes the Church at Jerusalem and of Stephen's funeral. Also Reference: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, John 11:35-38, Galatians 1:13 https://bbfohio.com

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CURRENT EVENTS: Warnings about Charity and of the KILLING of those giving out cash to bums, the scams taking advantage of the ignorance of givers and the responsibility we have to be good stewards. In our study, Stephen closes his response to the interrogation by the leaders of Israel with an "invitation" that seems harsh by modern terms which then "cuts to the heart" of those leaders who then MURDER him with a young man names "Saul" standing by... Also Reference: Exodus 33:3 & 5, Deuteronomy 9:5-6, Deuteronomy 10:14-16, Matthew 23:33-38, Acts 5:33, Colossians 3:1, Hebrews 1:13, Luke 23:33-46 https://bbfohio.com

In our study, Stephen closes his response to the interrogation by the leaders of Israel with an "invitation" that seems harsh by modern terms which then "cuts to the heart" of those leaders who then MURDER him with a young man names "Saul" standing by... Also Reference: Exodus 32:9, Exodus 33:3 & 5, Deuteronomy 9:5-6, Deuteronomy 10:14-16, Matthew 23:33-38, Acts 5:33, Colossians 3:1, Hebrews 1:13 https://bbfohio.com

CURRENT EVENTS UPDATE: A look at the death of "science" and the reality of modern "SCIENTISM". We see an example on a beach in Ireland, we note the words of Orson Welles in a video interview he did and we look back on the High Priest of Scientism named Anthony Fauci. In our study, we perform an overview with some specific comments and comparing Scripture with Scripture in this final stand made by Stephen as he makes the case against the leaders of Israel throughout the history of that nation right up to the time of Christ and the Apostles. Also Reference: Exodus 12:40, Deuteronomy 18:18-19 https://bbfohio.com

In our study, we perform an overview with some specific comments and comparing Scripture with Scripture in this final stand made by Stephen as he makes the case against the leaders of Israel throughout the history of that nation right up to the time of Christ and the Apostles. Also Reference: Genesis 12:1-4, Exodus 12:40 https://bbfohio.com

Current Events: This meeting held on 9/10/23 takes a look at Patriot's Day memorializing 9/11/01. We discuss all the facts rejected by the so-called "9-11 Commission" and the reality that our government lies to us. In our study, We are introduced to Stephen (along with six others) appointed as Deacon-Elder-Trustees so that the apostles could focus on the ministry of the Word and Prayer. Also Reference: 2 Timothy 4:1-5, Mark 14:55-59, Acts 5:20 https://bbfohio.com

In our study, We are introduced to Stephen (along with six others) appointed as Deacon-Elder-Trustees so that the apostles could focus on the ministry of the Word and Prayer. Also Reference: Mark 14:55-59, Acts 5:20 https://bbfohio.com

CURRENT EVENTS UPDATE: (1) The FBI and CDC are dishonest government organizations lying and hiding the true statistics regarding armed citizens stopping crime, and (2) EMDR psycho-therapy is being exposed as nothing more than re-packaged occultism using the techniques of eastern mystical religions, the new age, etc. In our study, the apostles lead by Peter preach the facts of Jesus being murder by death on the Cross and the reality of His bodily resurrection which "cuts to the heart" of the leaders of Israel. We see their initial reaction being tamed by the worldly (and only partially accurate) wisdom of Gamaliel. But the apostles are still severely persecuted even as they praise God for being worthy to suffer shame for His name. Also Reference: Acts 5:29, 1 Peter 2:20, 1 Peter 3:14, 1 Peter 4:16-19 https://bbfohio.com

In our study, the apostles lead by Peter preach the facts of Jesus being murder by death on the Cross and the reality of His bodily resurrection which "cuts to the heart" of the leaders of Israel. We see their initial reaction being tamed by the worldly (and only partially accurate) wisdom of Gamaliel. But the apostles are still severely persecuted even as they praise God for being worthy to suffer shame for His name. Also Reference: 1 Timothy 3:12, Acts 5:29, 1 Peter 2:20, 1 Peter 3:14 https://bbfohio.com

In our study, the Apostles are in jail until the Angel of the Lord (Jesus!) breaks them out and tells them to confront the leaders of the nation of Israel with the Gospel. Also Reference: John 6:63, John 6:68, Philippians 2:16a https://bbfohio.com

CURRENT EVENTS: (1) We play a video report of a Sodomite mother abusing her male child with "trans" ideology. (2) We listen to Morehouse Christian College Valedictorian George Pratt preach demon worship (Ancestor Worship) to the applause of his fellow peers. (3) We look at some video evidence of the "zombie drugs" turning Americans into mindless animals on the streets of our major cities. In our study, the Apostles are in jail until the Angel of the Lord (Jesus!) breaks them out and tells them to confront the leaders of the nation of Israel with the Gospel. Also Reference: John 6:68, Philippians 2:16a, Acts 20:21 https://bbfohio.com