Luke 24:36-49 And as they thus spoke, Jesus himself stood in the middle of them, and said to them, Peace be to you.… I. CONSIDER THE WAITING (see Acts 1:4). II. THE PROMISED BAPTISM (see Acts 1:5). III. CHRIST'S EXEGESIS, OR EXPLANATION OF THE OLD TESTAMENT. 1. Reminds them of former teaching. 2. Law, prophets, Psalms, etc., must be understood of Him. IV. THE OPENING OF THEIR UNDERSTANDING. V. THE COMPREHENSIVE CHARACTER OF CHRIST'S COMMISSION. 1. Repentance. 2. Remission of sins. 3. In His name. Christ the sole hope. 4. Among all nations. Missions an essential part of the Church. 5. Beginning at Jerusalem. VI. THE DISPENSATION OF THE GOSPEL COMMITTED TO THEM. VII. TARRYING AT JERUSALEM. "Tarrying," when clone because of faith, is a fine proof of faith, and strengthens prayer, and is an exercise of humility. (G. Venables, S. C. L.) Parallel Verses KJV: And as they thus spake, Jesus himself stood in the midst of them, and saith unto them, Peace be unto you.WEB: As they said these things, Jesus himself stood among them, and said to them, "Peace be to you." |
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