The Life and Times of the Early Church, Episode 61. Acts 19:17-41

A verse-by-verse study of Acts 19:17-41.

The botched exorcism by the seven sons of Sceva creates chaos in Ephesus. Some residents turn to the Lord, while others become enraged because Paul’s ministry is disrupting the local trade market and the sales of magical wares. The confrontation culminates in a riot.

May the Lord bless your study of His Word!

The Life and Times of the Early Church, Episode 58. 2 Thessalonians 2:5-12

A verse-by-verse study of 2 Thessalonians 2:5-12.

Paul explains numerous aspects of the Second Coming of Christ. He contrasts two future events (the rebellion and the coming of the man of lawlessness) with two present realities (the mystery of lawlessness and the restraining of the Antichrist).

This “restraining” will continue, Paul says, until the restrainer moves out of the way to allow the final events to unfold.

May the Lord bless your study of His Word!