Lesson 189: Acts 4:12
The Blueprint — The Verse
Salvation exists in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved.”
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The Context — The History
Peter and John heal a lame man at the temple gate, provoking Sanhedrin arrest. Before Jewish leaders, Peter proclaims Jesus' exclusive saving authority in a pluralistic religious capital.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
After the healing, Peter preaches in Solomon's Colonnade that the crucified JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More is the stone the builders rejected. Before the council, he boldly declares salvation's exclusivity in Jesus' name.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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He is ‘the stone which was regarded as worthless by you, the builders, which has become the head of the corner.’
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Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and had perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marveled. They recognized that they had been with JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More.
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Discussion
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How do you hold exclusivity in Christ with love for neighbors of other faiths?
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What does salvation in Jesus' name mean practically?
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When have you needed boldness like Peter's?
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