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BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 7, Day 5: Ephesians 4

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Summary of Ephesians 4

Paul gives great advice here, urging believers to live a life worthy of God’s calling. Christ gave himself teachers to equip the people for his works to build up the body of Christ. He urges believers to put on their new self, which was created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness. Forgive one another as Christ has forgiven you.

BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 7, Day 5: Ephesians 4

12) We must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body. “In your anger do not sin”: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold.  Anyone who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with their own hands, that they may have something to share with those in need.

Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.

13a) This means to get rid of our old ways (our sinful nature) and live like Christ (holy and true).

b) I try each day to be like Christ in how I behave and treat others.

14a) The Holy Spirit has challenged me each and every day by testing me with others so that I can treat others like Jesus. In all of my relationships, including with my spouse, I am tested to never go to bed angry and to build others up continually.

b) I believe He is bringing people to church to help them grow in Christ and lift others up, too.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 7, Day 5: Ephesians 4

Such a classic passage! Always a great reminder on how to live.

End Notes BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 7, Day 5: Ephesians 4

Paul calls for unity for God’s people. He next explains a worthy character, which is humble and forgiving.

We are all one body and one Spirit (the church). God in His grace gave spiritual gifts to leaders of the church for our benefit. Jesus appointed these people (apostles, prophets, evangelists, and pastors and teachers) to lead us and equip us for God’s ministry/work to strengthen us.

The goal is for all of us to come to faith in Jesus and for all of us to grow in the knowledge of the Son of God.

Not understanding is a heart problem when we don’t truly have Jesus.

We are a new creation in Christ Jesus, righteous and holy. The old man rebels against God. We must set our minds on Jesus.

We must tell the truth, not be angry, not steal, watch our tongue, not grieve the Holy Spirit, not be bitter, be kind, tenderhearted, and forgiving.

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BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 7, Day 4: Romans 11

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Summary of Romans 11

Paul is speaking and talks about how God did not reject Israel and has preserved a remnant. Some Jews have believed in Christ as Savior (like Paul). He speaks of how the Gospel is now available to the Gentiles because of Israel’s sin. God has provided salvation for those who believe. However, Israel will be saved by God’s grace as well. The Messiah is for everyone.

BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 7, Day 4: Romans 11

8 ) God has preserved a remnant by grace. God loves the Jews and has not stopped loving them because they have rejected Him. He still calls for them.

9a) I think the root is Israel. Most Bible scholars believe the root is Abraham, the patriarch of Israel, although some say it’s Christ.

b) Many Bible scholars think that the wild shoots are the believing Gentiles. The branches are unbelieving Jews.

10) God always yearns for His people and the Gentiles to come to him. He will accept those who believe in Him once again.

11) Good question. I think he gives me grace and mercy every day despite my sins. He has shown me mercy by allowing me to believe in Christ and be saved and to help others do so as well. I respond by trying to do His will each and every day. Trying to be more Christ-like. That’s all we can do I think.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 7, Day 4: Romans 11

Definitely not an easy passage to understand with all of the symbolism, but one that shows the unending grace of our Lord and how He is always waiting for us with open arms.

End Notes BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 7, Day 4: Romans 11

We must understand that most Jews rejected Jesus as their Messiah. Yet, many have embraced Christ (the remnant).

The story of Elijah is that Elijah had thought that he was the only one left serving God, but God told him there was indeed a remnant.

The remnant was chosen by God’s grace alone (a gift from God).

God will enlighten or darken our understanding as He pleases (Isaiah 29 and Psalm 69).

God allowed the Jewish people to stumble/fall/not believe so that the Gospel could come to the Gentiles. The Gospel, remember, went to the Jews first (Acts 13:46, 18:5-6, 28:25-28) and then once the Gospel was rejected, it went to the Gentiles (which is everyone who is non-Jewish).

Hopefully, this would motivate the Jews to come to Jesus, too.

The Gentiles are grafted into the olive tree by God’s grace.

We are to continue in God’s goodness. And, the Israelites can be grafted back into the tree as well.

The Jews are blinded so that the Gentiles can come in. However, God plans to restore Israel, His people. The Jews’ blindness is temporary.

God still loves and calls for the Israelites.

Paul praises God for His goodness and gives him all the glory.

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BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 7, Day 3: Acts 2:22-47

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Summary of Acts 2:22-47

Peter addresses the crowd at Pentecost. He reviews Jesus’ life, saying how Jesus was raised from the dead as death could not hold him. He quotes David. Jesus was raised by God and now sits at his right hand. Jesus is now Lord and Messiah. Peter urges those in the crowd to repent and be baptized in the name of Jesus and receive the Holy Spirit. 3,000 were baptized and saved.

The new believers bonded. They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.

BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 7, Day 3: Acts 2:22-47

6a) They realized that they had sinned and that they were the ones who had Jesus killed. They, as sinners, are the reason Jesus had to die to save them.

b) That Jesus is Lord and Savior to all, whether you believe it or not. All are sinners are are therefore in need of Jesus’ sacrifice and saving grace.

7a) “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off—for all whom the Lord our God will call.” God’s plan has always been for us to be with Him, and Jesus was the only way.

b) Many accepted Jesus as their Lord and Savior and were baptized. They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. All the believers were together and had everything in common. They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.

c) I believe that Christians do draw near one another, especially in church. They help each other and others in need. They meet together to grow in Christ. They praise Him for all He is.

BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 7, Day 3: Acts 2:22-47

I love the emphasis on how we are all sinners and responsible for the need for Jesus’ sacrifice, yet, we all come together and do better to be more like Jesus and walk in the Lord’s ways. Great stuff!

BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 7, Day 3: Acts 2:22-47

Peter now quotes Psalm 16, which is David speaking of the Messiah. Jesus bore the full wrath of God on the cross and was raised from the dead perfectly.

Peter then quotes Psalm 110 about the Messiah who is both Lord and Christ.

Fun Fact: Psalm 110:1. is quoted in the New Testament more than any other single verse (at least 25 times).

Everyone is responsible for Jesus’ death. Now, what to do about it?

Simple: Come to Jesus.

Repent (be sorry for your sins and turn your direction) and be baptized in Jesus’ name. The gift of the Holy Spirit would be given to them and their children to come.

The new Christians continued to learn from the apostles. They continued in fellowship. They broke bread, said prayers, and helped each other and others.

What a great example of how to live!

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BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 7, Day 2: Acts 2:1-21

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Summary of Acts 2:1-21

Pentecost came after Jesus’ death. All of the believers who were gathered were filled with the Holy Spirit as violent winds came from heaven and tongues of fire came to rest on them. Each heard their own language being spoken and were amazed.

Peter quotes Joel and explains that the Holy Spirit has been poured out on them. They have been saved!

BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 7, Day 2: Acts 2:1-21

3a) Jesus prophesied that the Holy Spirit would come upon all believers when they believe in his sacrifice for them on the cross. The Holy Spirit lives inside of every believer. He will teach us all things and remind us of Jesus’ words. The Holy Spirit will testify about Jesus. The Holy Spirit will come once Jesus goes away. The Holy Spirit will prove the world wrong about sin, righteousness, and judgment.

b) They were believers in God and Christ all waiting for the promised Holy Spirit. They will then be saved due to Jesus’ death and receive the Holy Spirit.

4a) It speaks about how believers can and will prophesy. God has and will show wonders in heaven and signs on the earth before the Last Days. Everyone has and will call on the name of the Lord and be saved.

b) Most definitely. I believe I’d be a base, selfish person without the Holy Spirit and God’s guidance. I am doing the Lord’s work, not my own.

5) Many of my husband’s relatives. I believe the best way to show God’s word and love is by the way you act and how you shine the Lord’s Spirit to others. So, I will continue to be forgiving, gracious, helpful, evangelical, etc to them.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 7, Day 2: Acts 2:1-21

Great reminder about the beginning of the church and how we must continually work to spread the Good News.

End Notes BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 7, Day 2: Acts 2:1-21

Pentecost was an annual Jewish festival that took place 50 days after Passover. It celebrated the harvest (Numbers 28:26).

Interestingly, Pentecost also marked the day the Law was given to God’s people. Thus, it’s fitting that the Holy Spirit was now given on this day, too.

It’s been 10 days since Jesus went to heaven (Acts 1:3).

The word for Spirit in Hebrew and Greek is the same as for wind. Thus, the sound of heaven is a wind-like noise. The Holy Spirit is a breath from God.

Fire is purification, as seen in fire from heaven in other parts of the Bible.

Here is where we see the speaking in tongues. Many Christians do communicate in another language in prayer (1 Corinthians 14:14-15).

Peter, representing the apostles, speaks. He is bold and confident. He quotes the prophet Joel to explain Pentecost to his listeners.

Fun Fact: This is the first of 3 Old Testament passages Peter will quote in his speech.  Joel 2:28-32, Psalm 16:8-11, and Psalm 110:1.

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