INTRODUCTION
What made the early church grow so fast?
Let us listen from the first members of the church;
I. WE ARE FOLLOWING A SUPREME ORDER, 28-32
A. It is God’s order. It is the highest order. It is from the highest power.
“Strict Order” Versus “Supreme Order”
Note: “WE” –Apostles and all the believers
• Power that raised Jesus to life, the “ONE” you put to death (verse 30). Implication: God is powerful than men and that they may be put to death by them but God will raise them back to life.
• Power that exalted Jesus to His right hand as a Prince and a Savior to grant repentance to Israel and forgiveness of sins. Implication: They will be honored by God, they will be granted repentance and forgiveness of sins.
B. It is confirmed and directed by the Holy Spirit (verse 32). (Ala-Jesus’ baptism confirmation by God’s voice and by the Holy Spirit)
II. WE ARE FULFILLING GOD’S PLAN, 33-41
A. It is against God’s will to stop us (33-39).
B. It is worthy to suffer for HIS name (41).
III. WE ARE PROCLAIMING THAT JESUS IS THE CHRIST, 42
A. It is our every day’s commission. (Order/Charge)
B. It is our every place’s mission. (Operation)
CONCLUSION
The church is designed to grow by God. Our obedience is the key to fast growth.
