Acts 2:22
Verse
Context
Peter Addresses the Crowd
21And everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.’22Men of Israel, listen to this message: Jesus of Nazareth was a man certified by God to you by miracles, wonders, and signs, which God did among you through Him, as you yourselves know.23He was delivered up by God’s set plan and foreknowledge, and you, by the hands of the lawless, put Him to death by nailing Him to the cross.
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Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
A man approved of God - Αποδεδειγμενον, celebrated, famous. The sense of the verse seems to be this: Jesus of Nazareth, a man sent of God, and celebrated among you by miracles, wonders, and signs; and all these done in such profusion as had never been done by the best of your most accredited prophets. And these signs, etc., were such as demonstrated his Divine mission.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
a man approved of God--rather, "authenticated," "proved," or "demonstrated to be from God." by miracles . . . which God did by him--This is not a low view of our Lord's miracles, as has been alleged, nor inconsistent with Joh 2:11, but is in strict accordance with His progress from humiliation to glory, and with His own words in Joh 5:19. This view of Christ is here dwelt on to exhibit to the Jews the whole course of Jesus of Nazareth as the ordinance and doing of the God of Israel [ALFORD].
John Gill Bible Commentary
Ye men of Israel hear these words,.... The Arabic version prefaces this passage with these words, "in those days Peter stood and said unto the people"; as if it was not on the same day, and the following oration was a new one, and not a continued discourse with the former; whereas it was delivered at the same time, and is in connection with what goes before. Only the apostle having finished the vindication of his brethren, and the whole society, and set that matter in a clear light; and being willing to take this opportunity of preaching Christ to the Jews, addresses them under another character in a new form of words, though to the same sense as in Act 2:14 in order to soften their minds, and raise their attention, and proceeds to describe the person, the subject of his following discourse: Jesus of Nazareth; first by his name Jesus, which the angel gave him before his birth; and that for this reason, because he is the Saviour of his people from their sins, and which his name signifies; and next by the place, not where he was born, for that was Bethlehem, but where he was educated and brought up, and where he lived the greatest part of his life, Nazareth, a city in Galilee; whence he was so called, generally by way of contempt, and not so much to distinguish him from any of the same name: a man approved of God; he was truly and really a man, who in his incarnation assumed a true body, and a reasonable soul; but he was not a mere man, and much less a common and ordinary man: he was the famous son of man the Scriptures speak of; the man of God's right hand, the man his fellow, a great, mighty, and wonderful man: "approved by God"; or shown, declared, and demonstrated by him, to be sent by him in human nature, to be the true Messiah and Saviour of the world, who was the chosen of God, loved and honoured by him, whom he sealed, and bore a testimony to; and that not privately, but openly and publicly: among you; in the face of all the people in Jerusalem, and in the temple, and at the time of public feasts: by miracles, and wonders, and signs; by dispossessing devils, cleansing lepers, restoring sight to the blind, causing the deaf to hear, the dumb to speak, and the lame to walk, and by raising the dead: which God did by him in the midst of you; not but that he did the miracles himself, as and the Son of God; but as he was man, God did them, by his human nature, as the instrument: the meaning is, that his miracles were wrought by a divine power, and not by a diabolical influence, by Beelzebub the prince of devils, as the Pharisees blasphemously said of him; and these were done, not in a corner, but in the midst of them: as ye yourselves also know; for they must be sensible and convicted in their own consciences, not only that these things were done by him, but that they could not be done by him, unless God was with him, or he was from God; and so were testimonies both of the divine approbation of him, and of his deity and Messiahship.
Acts 2:22
Peter Addresses the Crowd
21And everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.’22Men of Israel, listen to this message: Jesus of Nazareth was a man certified by God to you by miracles, wonders, and signs, which God did among you through Him, as you yourselves know.23He was delivered up by God’s set plan and foreknowledge, and you, by the hands of the lawless, put Him to death by nailing Him to the cross.
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Hebrews 1, 2 & 3 - Part 2
By T. Austin-Sparks2.3K27:21ExpositionalMAT 24:2ACT 2:22HEB 2:1HEB 12:25In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not missing or neglecting the message being conveyed. The letter being referred to is likely a biblical letter, possibly the book of Hebrews. The speaker highlights the repeated use of words like "earnestness," "warnings," and "exhortations" throughout the letter. The main theme of the letter is the need for Christians to remain steadfast and not drift away from their faith, especially in times of trial and crisis. The speaker also mentions the significance of having something from the Lord that will see believers through difficult times, using the analogy of a ship in rough waters.
(Following the Footsteps of Christ) the Lord's Death
By Willie Mullan1.5K1:05:36Footsteps Of ChristMAT 6:33ACT 2:22HEB 1:81PE 1:18In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the significance of the Lord's death and its various aspects. He highlights that the act of proclaiming the word of God is a messy but essential task. The preacher discusses the decision of Jesus to sacrifice himself and quotes from the first epistle of Peter to support his point. He also mentions the tearing of the temple veil as a significant event that occurred when Jesus died. The sermon concludes with a prayer expressing gratitude for Jesus' sacrifice and anticipation for the future redemption of believers.
What Is the Secret of Your Strength - Part 2 (Alternative)
By Leonard Ravenhill1.4K50:55RevivalJDG 16:19PRO 1:7DAN 11:32MAT 7:21ACT 2:222TI 2:15HEB 4:12In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of studying and preaching the word of God. He shares various anecdotes and examples to illustrate his points. He encourages young students to study and show themselves approved to God, rather than seeking approval from others. The preacher also highlights the need for a new depth and anointing from God, urging pastors to seek a genuine revival and to let go of formalities.
Hypocrites in the Bible
By Bill McLeod1.1K17:26HypocritesMAT 2:16MAT 7:21MAT 10:33MRK 5:28JHN 7:46JHN 12:42ACT 2:22In this sermon, the preacher shares a personal experience of being invited to call on a couple living together without being married. Despite the man's bad reputation, the preacher manages to have a conversation with him and leads both him and his wife to Christ. The preacher emphasizes the importance of not making light of the things of God and not rejecting Jesus' rule over our lives. He also highlights the need for training and understanding in living a Christian life, using examples from the Bible such as King Herod and the lukewarm church in Revelation.
Day of Pentecost 02 Acts 2:
By J.M. Davies1.0K50:42PSA 118:22PSA 118:26MAT 23:37ACT 1:1ACT 2:1ACT 2:22ACT 2:26In this sermon, Brother J.M. Davies discusses the importance of understanding the historical facts of the gospel, such as the death, sufferings, crucifixion, resurrection, and ascension of Christ. He emphasizes that these facts were the main subjects of the message preached by Apostle Peter on the day of Pentecost, which resulted in tremendous impact. Davies encourages the audience to familiarize themselves with the teachings of the scripture, as it will be further explored in future meetings. He also mentions the significance of the baptism in the Holy Spirit and its meaning in the will of God.
The Glory of God - Part 2
By Charles Leiter1.0K41:16MAT 6:33MRK 2:12JHN 9:32JHN 10:32ACT 2:222CO 4:3In this sermon, the speaker discusses the difficulty of fully understanding and describing the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. He emphasizes the miraculous works of Jesus as evidence of His divinity, citing Peter's preaching in Acts 2:22. The speaker highlights various types of miracles performed by Jesus, including deliverance, control over the elements, and supernatural protection. He concludes by referencing 2 Corinthians 4:3-6, which speaks of the gospel being veiled to those who are perishing but reveals the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.
Christ in 01 in the Acts
By Jim Flanigan1.0K54:19ACT 2:22ACT 6:14ACT 7:2ACT 7:30ACT 7:55ROM 1:16HEB 1:1In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the glory of Jesus Christ by highlighting his title of humiliation. He explains that Jesus, who was despised and rejected by men during his time on earth, is now the exalted and risen Lord. The preacher mentions that Peter and John preached about Jesus of Nazareth, asking people what they would do with him, as their response would determine their destiny. The sermon also discusses three words used by Peter to show God's approval of Jesus: miracles, wonders, and signs. These words demonstrate the power and authority of Jesus and were also used to approve the early disciples.
Peter's Sermon
By Welcome Detweiler71336:11EZK 13:2JOL 2:28MAT 6:33ACT 2:22In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of delivering a united message when preaching the word of God. He uses the example of Peter's sermon after the day of Pentecost, where Peter stood up with the eleven disciples to address a confused crowd. The speaker emphasizes the need for Christians to seize opportunities to share the message of salvation, just as Peter did. He also highlights the power of prayer and the importance of testifying and exhorting others to turn away from a sinful generation.
Bristol Conference 1973-03 the Lord Jesus Christ
By Stan Ford68235:58ACT 2:22HEB 13:5In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of remembering the foundations of the Christian faith. He highlights the life and death of Jesus Christ as essential elements for the existence of the church. The speaker discusses different theories about the resurrection and emphasizes the need to stand on the side of the Lord. He also shares a personal story about a man who suffered greatly but found comfort in the presence of God. Overall, the sermon encourages believers to walk in fellowship with Christ and trust in His presence during times of pain and suffering.
All That Jesus Taught Bible Study - Part 35
By Zac Poonen64224:15MAT 8:28MAT 9:1MAT 17:19ACT 2:22JAS 4:7REV 3:20This sermon delves into the power of faith and authority in casting out demons, emphasizing the importance of complete dependence on God and sacrificial living. It highlights how Jesus cast out demons with just a word, showcasing the authority believers have in His name. The story of the demon-possessed men and the herd of swine illustrates the priority of spiritual deliverance over material possessions, urging believers to submit to God and resist the devil. Additionally, it explores the significance of faith, forgiveness of sins, and the attestation of Jesus' ministry through miracles.
These Works You Shall Do
By Anton Bosch4221:02:18Holy SpiritLUK 1:15LUK 3:21LUK 4:18ACT 2:22ACT 10:38PHP 2:1In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the concept of the "canosis" as mentioned in Philippians chapter 2. The speaker emphasizes the importance of having the same mindset as Christ, who humbled himself and became obedient to the point of death on the cross. The speaker also highlights that Jesus began his work on earth but continues to work through the church, as seen in the book of Acts. The sermon also touches on the physical suffering Jesus endured during his crucifixion and the power he had to escape that situation, but chose to die for our salvation.
The Determinate Counsel
By Jack Hyles0PSA 139:16ISA 46:10JHN 3:16ACT 2:22ROM 8:29EPH 1:4HEB 4:3HEB 9:261PE 1:20Jack Hyles preaches about the Determinate Counsel, a divine meeting before the foundation of the world where God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit settled the plan for salvation. They determined that Jesus would come to Earth, live a sinless life, die on the cross, shed His blood, be buried, and rise again to pay the penalty for our sins. This plan was made out of love for humanity, ensuring that anyone who chooses to trust in Jesus can be saved. The Determinate Counsel also decided that salvation is solely by faith in Jesus, not by works, baptism, church membership, or sacraments.
The Cross Preordained
By David Servant0JOS 24:15ISA 53:6MAT 25:34ACT 2:22ROM 8:29ROM 10:17ROM 11:321CO 2:7EPH 1:31PE 1:11JN 2:2REV 13:8David Servant preaches about God's eternal plan to have a family who would reciprocate His love, emphasizing the free will given to humanity to choose to obey or disobey Him. Despite knowing that all would choose disobedience, God planned to reveal His great love through Jesus' sacrificial death, offering mercy without compromising His righteousness. The concept of predestination is explored, debunking Calvinism's fatal flaws and highlighting that God's choosing is based on His foreknowledge of our faith, not on an arbitrary decree. The predestined sacrificial death of Jesus Christ makes it possible for believers to be part of God's eternal family and enjoy His blessings forever.
Dare We Expect Miracles Today?
By A.W. Tozer0PrayerFaithMiraclesMAT 21:22MRK 11:24LUK 1:37JHN 14:13JHN 15:7ACT 2:22EPH 3:20PHP 4:6HEB 11:6JAS 5:16A.W. Tozer emphasizes that miracles should be a natural part of the Christian experience, arising from a close relationship with God rather than being staged or commercialized. He critiques the sensationalism surrounding miracle meetings and highlights that true miracles occur through sincere prayer and faith, as exemplified by John Wesley and C.H. Spurgeon. Tozer believes that when believers live in communion with God, answers to prayer and miraculous events become commonplace, reflecting God's tender mercies.
Misunderstood Texts of the Bible
By Robert Anderson0GEN 18:6PSA 139:23MAT 11:28MRK 9:24JHN 14:1ACT 2:22Robert Anderson preaches about the misunderstood texts of the Bible, emphasizing the importance of looking intensely at the words of God to understand His divine scheme and purpose. He highlights the need to comprehend the Bible as a whole to read it intelligently, debunking common misconceptions about Adam's sin, Noah's dispensation, and the Abrahamic covenant. Anderson delves into the significance of surrendering to God, acknowledging the limitations of human writings, and the need for a proper understanding of prophecy and the coming of the Son of Man.
It's Supper Time. Where's Martha? - Serving Gifts
By Denis Lyle0JHN 14:12ACT 2:22ACT 5:16ROM 1:81CO 12:12CO 5:72CO 12:72TI 4:20HEB 13:8REV 22:18Denis Lyle delves into the topic of whether God performs miracles today, exploring the concept of sign gifts and the historical context of miracles in the Bible. He emphasizes that while God is capable of miracles, the purpose of miracles in the Bible was to authenticate messengers of God and confirm His Word, particularly during specific periods like the days of Moses and Joshua, Elijah and Elisha, and Christ and the apostles. Lyle addresses the misconception that miracles should be a normal experience for believers today, highlighting the unique nature of the apostolic age and the specific purpose miracles served in confirming God's messengers and His Word.
The Cross
By T. Austin-Sparks0The Significance of the CrossRedemptionACT 2:22T. Austin-Sparks explores the profound significance of the Cross in the context of redemption, emphasizing that it represents a divine crisis where sin, righteousness, and judgment converge. He articulates that the incarnation and earthly life of Jesus were essential for the reconstitution and glorification of humanity, culminating in the Cross as the ultimate confrontation between good and evil. Sparks highlights that the Cross reveals the depth of sin as rebellion against God, the establishment of righteousness through Christ's perfect obedience, and the execution of divine judgment against sin. He asserts that the Cross is not merely a historical event but a transformative power that shapes believers into the image of Christ, leading them towards ultimate glorification. The sermon calls for a deeper understanding of the Cross as the foundation of Christian faith and the pathway to spiritual freedom.
Signs and Wonders
By G.W. North0God's CommunicationSigns And WondersMAT 4:24MRK 16:17LUK 4:18JHN 20:30ACT 2:22ROM 1:20ROM 5:81CO 2:41TH 1:5HEB 2:4G.W. North emphasizes the significance of signs and wonders as God's way of communicating with humanity, especially those who are spiritually uneducated. He explains that while miracles can be powerful indicators of God's presence, they must be tested against the truth of the gospel to ensure they are genuine. North highlights that signs and wonders are not merely for spectacle but serve to lead people towards understanding God's grace and love. He asserts that all mankind is accountable to God for their knowledge of Him, regardless of their cultural or religious background. Ultimately, the ministry of Jesus, accompanied by signs and wonders, aims to bring salvation and deeper understanding of God's power to all people.
Trinitarianism or Theology Proper
By Greg Herrick0EXO 3:14MAT 28:19LUK 22:22JHN 1:1JHN 12:23ACT 2:22ACT 5:3ROM 9:19EPH 1:11Greg Herrick delves into Trinitarianism, exploring the study of the triune God, covering rational arguments for God's existence, the attributes and names of God, the trinity, and the plan of God. The sermon discusses various arguments such as the cosmological argument, teleological argument, ontological argument, and the argument from morality, highlighting potential defeaters and counterarguments. It also touches on the attributes of God, the significance of His names, and the doctrine of the trinity, emphasizing the unity of God in three persons. Lastly, it explores the plan of God, distinguishing between His eternal purpose and decrees, and the mystery of human choice within His sovereign will.
Lecture Three—trinitarianism or Theology Proper
By Greg Herrick0GEN 12:1EXO 3:142SA 7:12JER 31:31ACT 2:22EPH 1:11HEB 13:201PE 1:20Greg Herrick delves into Trinitarianism, exploring the study of the triune God, which includes rational arguments for God's existence, the attributes of God, the Names of God, the trinity, and the decree or plan of God. The sermon covers various arguments for God's existence such as the Argument from Creation, Design, Being, and Morality, as well as the Attributes of God and the significance of the Names of God in Scripture. Additionally, the sermon discusses the Trinity of God, highlighting erroneous conceptions and providing biblical evidence for the doctrine, and concludes with an examination of the Plan and Providence of God according to the Westminster Shorter Catechism.
Miracles for You (Part 2)
By K.P. Yohannan0Spiritual ThirstMiraclesMAT 4:24MAT 19:26MRK 16:17LUK 1:37JHN 10:37JHN 11:40JHN 14:12ACT 2:22ROM 15:18HEB 2:4K.P. Yohannan discusses the fascination humans have with miracles and the supernatural, drawing parallels between magic shows and the genuine miracles performed by Jesus. He emphasizes that while magic captivates audiences, true miracles are divine interventions that reflect God's power and love. Yohannan points out that despite humanity's spiritual disconnection due to sin, there remains an innate thirst for spirituality and the miraculous. He encourages listeners to recognize the difference between mere entertainment and the profound significance of God's miraculous works in their lives.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
A man approved of God - Αποδεδειγμενον, celebrated, famous. The sense of the verse seems to be this: Jesus of Nazareth, a man sent of God, and celebrated among you by miracles, wonders, and signs; and all these done in such profusion as had never been done by the best of your most accredited prophets. And these signs, etc., were such as demonstrated his Divine mission.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
a man approved of God--rather, "authenticated," "proved," or "demonstrated to be from God." by miracles . . . which God did by him--This is not a low view of our Lord's miracles, as has been alleged, nor inconsistent with Joh 2:11, but is in strict accordance with His progress from humiliation to glory, and with His own words in Joh 5:19. This view of Christ is here dwelt on to exhibit to the Jews the whole course of Jesus of Nazareth as the ordinance and doing of the God of Israel [ALFORD].
John Gill Bible Commentary
Ye men of Israel hear these words,.... The Arabic version prefaces this passage with these words, "in those days Peter stood and said unto the people"; as if it was not on the same day, and the following oration was a new one, and not a continued discourse with the former; whereas it was delivered at the same time, and is in connection with what goes before. Only the apostle having finished the vindication of his brethren, and the whole society, and set that matter in a clear light; and being willing to take this opportunity of preaching Christ to the Jews, addresses them under another character in a new form of words, though to the same sense as in Act 2:14 in order to soften their minds, and raise their attention, and proceeds to describe the person, the subject of his following discourse: Jesus of Nazareth; first by his name Jesus, which the angel gave him before his birth; and that for this reason, because he is the Saviour of his people from their sins, and which his name signifies; and next by the place, not where he was born, for that was Bethlehem, but where he was educated and brought up, and where he lived the greatest part of his life, Nazareth, a city in Galilee; whence he was so called, generally by way of contempt, and not so much to distinguish him from any of the same name: a man approved of God; he was truly and really a man, who in his incarnation assumed a true body, and a reasonable soul; but he was not a mere man, and much less a common and ordinary man: he was the famous son of man the Scriptures speak of; the man of God's right hand, the man his fellow, a great, mighty, and wonderful man: "approved by God"; or shown, declared, and demonstrated by him, to be sent by him in human nature, to be the true Messiah and Saviour of the world, who was the chosen of God, loved and honoured by him, whom he sealed, and bore a testimony to; and that not privately, but openly and publicly: among you; in the face of all the people in Jerusalem, and in the temple, and at the time of public feasts: by miracles, and wonders, and signs; by dispossessing devils, cleansing lepers, restoring sight to the blind, causing the deaf to hear, the dumb to speak, and the lame to walk, and by raising the dead: which God did by him in the midst of you; not but that he did the miracles himself, as and the Son of God; but as he was man, God did them, by his human nature, as the instrument: the meaning is, that his miracles were wrought by a divine power, and not by a diabolical influence, by Beelzebub the prince of devils, as the Pharisees blasphemously said of him; and these were done, not in a corner, but in the midst of them: as ye yourselves also know; for they must be sensible and convicted in their own consciences, not only that these things were done by him, but that they could not be done by him, unless God was with him, or he was from God; and so were testimonies both of the divine approbation of him, and of his deity and Messiahship.