The Gospel Door Cannot be Closed (Acts 15)

by Rev. Jeremiah Cheung

Outline

1. Do not be used by Satan as an instrument to attack the church 15:1-2

2. Do not concede that which should e contended; do not contend that which may be conceded 15:1-2

3. Be receptive as you debate with others 15:6-21

4. Do not insist on what can be compromised; do not compromise that which must be insisted on 15:19-21

Small Group Discussions

1. From your experience or observation, have you ever seen or heard of a believer becoming a tool of Satan? Please share.

2. Under what circumstances have you refuses to concede when you could have, or conceded when you should have contended?

3. How can we have a receptive attitude when debating with others?

4. What are the guiding principles for when we may or may not make compromises? What does it mean to abstain from pollution by idols and from sexual immorality? Can we make compromises regarding these things?

5. Why did the Jerusalem Church require the Gentile believers to abstain from eating blood? Why? What does this have to do with salvation?