something amazing, Acts 2:1-13
August 20, 2022

SERMON NOTES

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INTRODUCTION


TEXT: Acts 2:1 When the day of Pentecost arrived, they were all together in one place. 2 And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like a mighty rushing wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. 3 And divided tongues as of fire appeared to them and rested on each one of them. 4 And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit gave them utterance.
5 Now there were dwelling in Jerusalem Jews, devout men from every nation under heaven. 6 And at this sound the multitude came together, and they were bewildered, because each one was hearing them speak in his own language. 7 And they were amazed and astonished, saying, “Are not all these who are speaking Galileans? 8 And how is it that we hear, each of us in his own native language?
9 Parthians and Medes and Elamites and residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia, 10 Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya belonging to Cyrene, and visitors from Rome, 11 both Jews and proselytes, Cretans and Arabians—we hear them telling in our own tongues the mighty works of God.” 12 And all were amazed and perplexed, saying to one another, “What does this mean?” 13 But others mocking said, “They are filled with new wine.”

NINE OBVIOUS ELEMENTS OF THE MIRACULOUS EVENT ON PENTECOST

  1. The believers were unified. 2:1
  2. There was an audible component of the miraculous event. 2:2
  3. There was a visual component of the miraculous event. 2:3
  4. They were filled with the Spirit. 2:4a
  5. They spoke in other languages by the Spirit. 2:4b
  6. This miraculous occurrence was witnessed by others. 2:5
  7. Everyone present was amazed and unsure how they were hearing and understanding in their own heart (birth) language. 2:6-11
  8. They sought for the meaning of what they were witnessing. 2:12
  9. Others who were present mocked what was happening, 2:13

SIX MINISTRIES OF THE HOLY SPIRIT TO BELIEVERS

*He regenerates us. John 3:1-8
*He baptizes us. 1 Corinthians 12:12-13
*He indwells us. Romans 8:9-11
*He teaches us. John 14:26
*He convicts us. John 16:7-11
*He fills us. Ephesians 5:18ff

THREE PRACTICAL POINTS OF APPLICATION

(1) Knowing the Holy Spirit lives inside me gives me dedication and direction as I serve the Lord every day.
(2) Having a biblical understanding of what happened on the day of Pentecost should clear up any confusion created by sensational interpretations that cloud the truths at hand.
(3) Whenever I speak the Word of God some who hear me will find meaning while others will resort to mocking.

THE BIG IDEA: God is always doing something amazing even in the mundane grind of a faithful life dedicated to Him. Something amazing is always possible in the mundane grind of a faithful life because we serve SOMEONE AMAZING - JESUS!

Reveal Answer

GROUP STUDY

READ

Acts 2:1-13 (above )
Verses listed with “SIX MINISTRIES OF THE HOLY SPIRIT” (above )

REVIEW

Why is it important to keep in mind that Acts as a “transitional book” in the historical account of God’s Word?

What happened on the day of Pentecost?

What are some of the ways the Holy Spirit helps us today?

REFLECT

Is there something about this passage that confuses you? If yes, please explain.

What do you think of the two different ways the message of the believers? (those seeking meaning while others were mocking)

Summarize the sermon/study in one word or sentence.

RESPOND

Which of the three practical points of application speak most to you? How will you incorporate this into your life this week?

How does keeping Jesus the focal point of your life carry you through the mundane grind of faithfulness?