Through The Bible - Tamil - 46 (Acts - 2) by Zac Poonen
Summary
The sermon discusses several passages from Acts, emphasizing that God's miracles today are often done by unknown individuals rather than famous evangelists. It highlights that God listens to the sincere prayers of all, even non-Christians, and that true Christian prayer is rooted in faith that God can do the unexpected. The speaker concludes by noting the power of corporate prayer, citing the miraculous release of Peter from prison as evidence.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Dorcas raised from the deadPeter is called when Dorcas dies, and after he prays, she gets up, leading many to believe in the Lord.Acts 9:36
The prayer of CorneliusCornelius, a sincere non-Christian Centurion, prays and gives to the poor, and God hears his prayers as a memorial before Him.
Agabus prophesies a famineA prophet named agabus predicts a global famine, prompting the believers in Antioch to send financial relief to the saints in Jerusalem.Acts 11:28
Peter's imprisonment and deliveranceHerod executes James and imprisons Peter, but the church prays fervently and God sends an angel to deliver Peter.
The first missionary journey beginsWhile fasting and praying in Antioch, the Holy Spirit tells the elders to separate Barnabas and Paul for the work.
David served his generationPaul notes in his sermon that David served his own generation in the will of God before passing away.Acts 13:36
The early church councilThe early church discusses whether Gentiles must follow the law of Moses and be circumcised, concluding under James that they do not.
Paul calls TimothyPaul chooses young Timothy, raised by a God-fearing mother, to join his missionary team.
Imprisonment in PhilippiPaul and Silas are led to Macedonia, get locked up in jail in Philippi, and praise God rather than complaining.Acts 16:9
The noble BereansThe people of Berea study the Scriptures daily to verify what Paul preaches, earning a reputation for spiritual nobility.Acts 17:11
Priscilla and Aquila help ApollosPriscilla and Aquila take Apollos aside and explain the full gospel to him, empowering his ministry.
Paul in EphesusPaul comes to Ephesus and encounters believers who have not yet received the Holy Spirit or Christian baptism.
Paul's testimony to the eldersPaul calls the Ephesian elders to Miletus and shares his testimony of humble, hard-working ministry among them for three years.Acts 20:17
Philip's daughters and AgabusStaying at Philip's house, Paul is given a prophetic warning by agabus, who binds his own feet with Paul's belt to illustrate Paul's coming arrest.
Paul purifies himself in the templeSeeking to appease Jewish believers, Paul joins four men under a vow and goes into the temple, sparking an uproar and his rescue by Roman soldiers.
Paul before the high priestPaul stands before the high priest and states he has lived with a perfectly good conscience, rebuking the high priest when struck.
Trial before Felix and AgrippaFelix keeps Paul in custody hoping for a bribe, and later Paul testifies before Festus and Agrippa.Acts 24:26
The shipwreck on the way to RomeDespite Paul warning the ship's captain against sailing, a violent storm hits, but an angel assures Paul that everyone on board will survive.Acts 27:10
Paul arrives in RomePaul finally lands in Rome, turns to the Gentiles after many Jews reject the word, and preaches the kingdom of God unhindered for two years.
