‘Thinking about the Apostle Peter’s first sermon’ (Acts 2:14-41)

When Peter got up to preach at Pentecost, it was his first time ever! Luke records a summary of his sermon in Acts 2:14-41 which only takes up about 7 minutes, and yet it is chock full of Old Testament quotes that had found their fulfillment in Pentecost’s events. The sermon is also clearly Christ-centred, explaining the purpose of God behind his death and resurrection, and entreating his hearers to believe the gospel and receive the promises of God – for those who believe and also for their families.

Message

Outline

• My first sermon
• The setting of Peter’s message
• A ‘very good’ sermon!
• See how Luke tells us of …

The Word of God – as the authority on the day’s events (v.14-21)

The Son of God – as the Saviour of men (v.22-36)

The plan of God – for the salvation of His people (v.37-41)

A powerful seven-minute journey
Salvation
Being bold