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David Guzik commentary on Acts 12, where James the apostle dies as a martyr and an angel is sent to set Peter free from prison.
David Guzik Sermon on Acts 12 - One Martyred, One Rescued.
(Acts 12:22-23) Herod receives the overstated praise of the people of Tyre and Sidon, and he receives the judgment of the God he refused to glorify. And the people kept shouting, “The voice of a god and not of a man!”
21 Φεβ 2024 · Acts 12:18-23 serves as a powerful lesson about the danger of pride and the consequences of failing to acknowledge God’s ultimate authority. It highlights the importance of giving glory to God in all things and the repercussions of seeking honor that rightfully belongs to Him.
18 Ιουν 2024 · This commentary provides an in-depth analysis of Acts 12, exploring its historical context, literary structure, and theological significance. Understand the events surrounding Peter’s miraculous release from prison, the death of Herod, and the growth of the early church.
8 Αυγ 2013 · At the beginning of Acts 12, we have James dead, Peter in prison, and the tyrant Herod basking in his popularity and power. At the end of the chapter, we have Peter free, Herod eaten by worms and dead, and the Word of God growing and multiplying. Luke is showing us that the gospel is unstoppable.
What does Acts chapter 12 mean? Acts 12 is the last chapter of the book of Acts that places the apostles, specifically Peter, in the center of the narrative. The church is well-established in Jerusalem and deepening its base in Judea and Samaria.
