TEXT: Acts 16:9 – 10
PREACHER: Pastor Babatunde Adetunji
Introduction: As at the time of writing this epistle, Apostle Paul was arrested and was being imprisoned in Rome. Philippi was a Roman colony and located in the west coast of Macedonia.
According to Acts 16:9 – 10, Paul was invited in a vision to preach the good news in Macedonia and he went there preaching and spreading the good news with signs and wonders in the name Christ Jesus. Paul’s influence and the impact of the good news threatened the Romans authorities, then the Magistrate ordered his arrest and to be kept safe in the prison. While in prison, Paul became known and his ministry more pronounced.
By wisdom while he’s in chains, he wrote the epistle to express his gratitude, encouragement and guidance to his followers in his personal experience and spiritual depth. The aftermath of Paul’s feat was the widespread of the gospel of Christ in the Romans kingdom. Halleluyah
Good News – what is it – In the context of Christianity, Good news is the message of salvation and redemption through Jesus Christ as proclaimed in the Bible. We need redemption and salvation according to the scripture in Romans 5:12 – Therefore, as sin entered into the world through one man, and death through sins, and so death passed to all men, because all sinned.
What Are The Power Of Good News?
1. Salvation – It offers forgiveness of sins and eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ – Romans 1:16
2. Hope – It brings hope to those who are getting wearied in afflictions – John 10:10.
3.Transformation – It has the power to change lives and transform individuals from inside out – 2Corinthians 5:17
4. Courage – It gives believers the courage to face challenges and persecution – Acts 4:29 – 31
5. Peace – It offers peace with God and peace in one’s heart. Romans 5:1
To Become A Beneficiary of The Power Of Good News
1. Choice of Life – “We are summary of the choices we have made whether maritally, career wise, academically and /or religiously – John 10:10, 3:16
2. Change your priority – Matthew 6:33.
3. Giving – The basis of Christianity is giving, God gave us His only begotten son and it worths