Lesson 192: Acts 9:31
The Blueprint — The Verse
Then had the churches rest throughout all Judaea and Galilee and Samaria, and were edified; and walking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the Holy Ghost, were multiplied.
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The Context — The History
After Saul's conversion and Peter's ministry to Cornelius, the church spreads beyond Jerusalem. LukeLuke was a Gentile physician, historian, and missionary companion of Paul. As the inspired author of both the Gospel of Luke and Acts, he provides the most detailed narrative of Jesus’ life and the birth of the early church. More notes regional growth amid earlier persecution following Stephen's death.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Saul preaches boldly in Damascus and Jerusalem; the church enjoys peace across JudeaJudea was the southern region of ancient Israel during the time of Jesus, governed by Rome and centered around Jerusalem and the Temple. It formed the political, religious, and cultural heart of Jewish life, and serves as the primary setting for Jesus’ ministry, His trial, and the early church. More, Galilee, and Samaria. Reverent fear of God, Spirit encouragement, and numerical growth mark this season.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Which when the brethren knew, they brought him down to Caesarea, and sent him forth to Tarsus.
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And it came to pass, as Peter passed throughout all quarters, he came down also to the saintsSaints are God’s covenant people — those set apart, made righteous by His provision, and belonging to Him by faith. In Scripture, the term describes both the righteous dead of the Old Testament and the redeemed living under the new covenant. More which dwelt at Lydda.
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Discussion
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What does 'fear of the Lord' look like in a healthy church?
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How has the Spirit encouraged you during hard seasons?
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What conditions help the church grow in faithfulness?
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