[Due to to COVID19 restrictions, we are doing things a little differently at Benchley and an audio recording is not available for this lesson. However, the lesson (along with the rest of the worship service) was live-streamed on Facebook and can be watched below. -MRW]
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Watch out for jealousy.
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Old Testament Jews: Jealous of Joseph, Acts 7:9
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Jealousy played a part in many Bible stories
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New Testament Jews: Jealous of Jesus and apostles
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Matthew 27:18 – Pilate could clearly see their jealousy
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Acts 5:12-17 – The Pharisees were jealous of the influence and crowd the apostles were drawing.
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Us today: We must be careful of jealousy!
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If someone is doing something good (especially of a religious nature), we should be happy for them!
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We cannot be caught up in wanting credit for something.
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I Corinthians 3:1-3 – A jealous mindset was holding them back!
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Accept God’s plan.
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Old Testament Jews: Rejected Moses
- Acts 7:23-27, 34-41 – Those who rejected Moses were some of the most foolish people in history.
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New Testament Jews: Rejected Jesus
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Acts 2:22-23 – Peter also pointed this out.
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Us today:
- Are we willing to accept that God’s plan involves obedience?
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Accept God’s word.
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Old Testament Jews: Persecuted prophets. Acts 7:51
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New Testament Jews: Persecuted prophets.
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Acts 7:51-60 – Stephen stoned to death.
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Us today:
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Hebrews 10:28-29 – The punishment will be great for those who trample underfoot the Son of God.
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