stephen R Harrison

Studying Peter’s first sermon (Acts 2:14-41) and made a few observations that still apply to preaching today.

Peter:

1. Preached to unbelievers (religious Jews)
2. Quoted and expounded upon Scripture (Joel and Psalms)
3. Relied on the Holy Spirit (vv. 14-21)
4. Called out sin (v. 23, 26)
5. Asked for repentance (v.38)
6. Exalted Jesus (22-36)
7. Explained the Resurrection (gave four proofs in vv. 22-35)
8. Centered on the gospel (how to be saved; vv. 21, 36-41)
9. Preached with urgency (v. 21, 40)
10. Displayed the Trinity (e.g. v. 32)
11. Caused a response (cut to the heart and questions v. 37)
12. Urged people to be baptized (v. 38)
    (There’s probably more points to be made)

The result? 3,000 people were saved and immediately joined the fellowship of the other believers – the church (v. 41). Biblical preaching causes people to be involved in and be the church (Acts 2:41-47).