Acts 3:26
Verse
Context
Peter Speaks in Solomon’s Colonnade
25And you are sons of the prophets and of the covenant God made with your fathers when He said to Abraham, ‘Through your offspring all the families of the earth will be blessed.’26When God raised up His Servant, He sent Him first to you to bless you by turning each of you from your wicked ways.”
Sermons






Summary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Unto you first, God, having raised up - As you are the children of the prophets, and of the covenant, the first offers of salvation belong to you, and God thus makes them to you. The great mission of Jesus Christ is directed first to you, that you may be saved from your sins. God designs to bless you, but it is by turning each of you away from his iniquities. The salvation promised in the covenant is a salvation from Sin, not from the Romans; and no man can have his sin blotted out who does not turn away from it. 1. We may learn from this that neither political nor ecclesiastical privileges can benefit the soul, merely considered in themselves: a man may have Abraham for his father, according to the flesh; and have Satan for his father, according to the spirit. A man may be a member of the visible Church of Christ, without any title to the Church triumphant. In short, if a man be not turned away from his iniquities, even the death of Christ profits him nothing. His name shall be called Jesus, for he shall Save his people From their Sins. 2. If Christ be the substance and sum of all that the prophets have written, is it not the duty and interest of every Christian, in reading the Scriptures, to search for the testimony they bear to this Christ, and the salvation procured by his death?
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
God, having raised up--not from the dead, but having provided, prepared, and given. his Son Jesus--"His Servant Jesus" (see on Act 3:13). sent him to bless you--literally, "sent Him blessing you," as if laden with blessing. in turning away every one of you from his iniquities--that is, "Hitherto we have all been looking too much for a Messiah who should shed outward blessings upon the nation generally, and through it upon the world. But we have learned other things, and now announce to you that the great blessing with which Messiah has come laden is the turning away of every one of you from his iniquities." With what divine skill does the apostle, founding on resistless facts, here drive home to the conscience of his auditors their guilt in crucifying the Lord of Glory; then soothe their awakened minds by assurances of forgiveness on turning to the Lord, and a glorious future as soon as this shall come to pass, to terminate with the Personal Return of Christ from the heavens whither He has ascended; ending all with warnings, from their own Scriptures, to submit to Him if they would not perish, and calls to receive from Him the blessings of salvation. Next: Acts Chapter 4
John Gill Bible Commentary
Unto you first, God having raised his Son Jesus,.... Which may be understood, either of the incarnation of Christ, and his exhibition in the flesh; which is sometimes expressed by raising him up, and is no other than the mission, or manifestation of him in human nature, as in Luk 1:69. Or of the resurrection of him from the dead, and the exaltation of him at the right hand of God: sent him to bless you; in person, according to the former sense; for he was indeed sent only to the people of Israel, and to them he preached; many of whom were blessed with converting grace under his ministry; but according to the latter sense, and which seems most agreeable, he was sent in the ministry of the word, and came by his Spirit, first to the Jews, among whom the Gospel was first preached for a while, and was blessed to the conversion of many thousands among them, both in Judea, and in the nations of the world, where they were dispersed: in turning away everyone of you from his iniquities; in this the blessing lay, and is rightly in our version ascribed to Christ, and to the power of his grace, in the ministration of the Gospel and not to themselves, as in many other versions; as the Syriac version, "if ye convert yourselves, and turn from your evils"; making it both their own act, and the condition of their being blessed; and the Arabic version likewise, "so that everyone of you departs from his wickedness"; but that work is Christ's, and this is the blessing of grace he himself bestows, and is a fruit of redemption by his blood, Tit 2:14. Next: Acts Chapter 4
Acts 3:26
Peter Speaks in Solomon’s Colonnade
25And you are sons of the prophets and of the covenant God made with your fathers when He said to Abraham, ‘Through your offspring all the families of the earth will be blessed.’26When God raised up His Servant, He sent Him first to you to bless you by turning each of you from your wicked ways.”
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Blood Covenant - Part 4
By Bob Phillips1.3K40:11EZK 33:13MAT 6:33ACT 3:26ACT 13:38ACT 13:40ROM 8:11CO 2:9In this tape of the sermon series, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a broken heart and turning to God. He assures the listeners that even if their hearts have become hardened, God can break and soften them if they sincerely ask for it. The speaker urges the audience to take this opportunity to repent and turn to God. The tape concludes with the announcement that the message will continue on the next tape.
Entering Into the Holy Place
By Ralph Sutera1.2K35:56Holy PlacePSA 24:1PSA 24:3ACT 3:26In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God's prime consideration in sending Jesus Christ to the world was to bless humanity. The preacher highlights that God wants us to experience a life of joy, dynamism, and vibrancy by surrendering our lives to Him. However, there are conditions for receiving God's blessings, including having clean hands, a pure heart, and not engaging in vanity or deceit. The sermon emphasizes that God desires to be the sovereign owner of everything in our lives, both now and in eternity, and encourages listeners to allow Jesus Christ to have complete control over their lives.
002 - the Genealogy of Jesus
By David Servant1.1K07:49GEN 22:18ISA 53:6MAT 1:1LUK 1:32ACT 3:261PE 2:24This sermon delves into the Gospel of Matthew, emphasizing the importance of understanding the continuity between the Old and New Testaments, and the relevance of the life of Jesus Christ for all believers. It highlights the genealogy of Jesus, tracing back to Abraham and David, showcasing the fulfillment of God's promises through Christ and the call to repentance for salvation.
Keys for a Successful Family Life - Part 1
By Don Courville5401:07:03GEN 12:2NUM 6:24PRO 18:21PRO 30:11MAT 5:44ACT 3:26EPH 6:1JAS 3:6This sermon emphasizes the power of blessings over curses, highlighting the importance of praying blessings over others, breaking curses with blessings, and seeking God's blessings in all aspects of life. It encourages a shift from negative attitudes to a mindset of blessing others, even in challenging situations, as exemplified by stories of blessings bringing positive outcomes. The ultimate blessing is found in Jesus Christ, who came to bless us with salvation and turn us away from iniquity.
Wanting Jesus (Hearing His Voice, and Receiving "So Great salvation.")
By Hans R. Waldvogel1Desire for ChristTrue SalvationACT 3:26EPH 4:13EPH 4:15PHP 2:12HEB 2:3Hans R. Waldvogel emphasizes the necessity of truly wanting Jesus and hearing His voice to experience the fullness of salvation. He critiques the superficiality of many who attend church without genuine transformation, urging believers to grow into the likeness of Christ rather than merely seeking blessings. Waldvogel warns against complacency in faith, highlighting that true salvation involves a deep, personal relationship with God that leads to holiness and righteousness. He calls for a revival of desire for Christ Himself, rather than the gifts He provides, stressing that many are deceived by their own spiritual complacency. Ultimately, he challenges listeners to awaken to the reality of their faith and the greatness of their salvation.
The Cross Proclaimed
By David Servant0MAT 26:28JHN 16:8ACT 2:38ACT 3:26ACT 10:42ROM 4:251CO 1:18David Servant preaches about the importance of proclaiming the authentic gospel message, emphasizing the necessity of repentance, the acknowledgment of sin, the accomplishment of the cross, and the essential elements of the biblical gospel. He highlights the apostles' unwavering commitment to preaching Christ crucified, the significance of Jesus' resurrection in validating His deity, and the convicting power of the Holy Spirit in convicting people of sin, righteousness, and judgment. David stresses the need for a balanced gospel that includes humanity's guilt, God's wrath, the future judgment, and the forgiveness of sins through Jesus' atoning sacrifice.
Love Triumphant Over Original Sin
By Daniel Steele0JHN 3:8ACT 3:261CO 3:1GAL 5:171JN 3:8Daniel Steele preaches about the concept of inbred sin, inherited from Adam, as the state of heart from which acts of sin flow. He discusses the struggle believers face with inbred sin even after justification, emphasizing the need for continual reliance on Jesus Christ as our advocate. Steele refutes the idea of complete sanctification at the moment of regeneration, highlighting the ongoing battle between the flesh and the Spirit in believers. He argues against the belief that sin is entirely eradicated at rebirth, pointing to the universal Christian experience of struggling with sinful tendencies even after conversion.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Unto you first, God, having raised up - As you are the children of the prophets, and of the covenant, the first offers of salvation belong to you, and God thus makes them to you. The great mission of Jesus Christ is directed first to you, that you may be saved from your sins. God designs to bless you, but it is by turning each of you away from his iniquities. The salvation promised in the covenant is a salvation from Sin, not from the Romans; and no man can have his sin blotted out who does not turn away from it. 1. We may learn from this that neither political nor ecclesiastical privileges can benefit the soul, merely considered in themselves: a man may have Abraham for his father, according to the flesh; and have Satan for his father, according to the spirit. A man may be a member of the visible Church of Christ, without any title to the Church triumphant. In short, if a man be not turned away from his iniquities, even the death of Christ profits him nothing. His name shall be called Jesus, for he shall Save his people From their Sins. 2. If Christ be the substance and sum of all that the prophets have written, is it not the duty and interest of every Christian, in reading the Scriptures, to search for the testimony they bear to this Christ, and the salvation procured by his death?
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
God, having raised up--not from the dead, but having provided, prepared, and given. his Son Jesus--"His Servant Jesus" (see on Act 3:13). sent him to bless you--literally, "sent Him blessing you," as if laden with blessing. in turning away every one of you from his iniquities--that is, "Hitherto we have all been looking too much for a Messiah who should shed outward blessings upon the nation generally, and through it upon the world. But we have learned other things, and now announce to you that the great blessing with which Messiah has come laden is the turning away of every one of you from his iniquities." With what divine skill does the apostle, founding on resistless facts, here drive home to the conscience of his auditors their guilt in crucifying the Lord of Glory; then soothe their awakened minds by assurances of forgiveness on turning to the Lord, and a glorious future as soon as this shall come to pass, to terminate with the Personal Return of Christ from the heavens whither He has ascended; ending all with warnings, from their own Scriptures, to submit to Him if they would not perish, and calls to receive from Him the blessings of salvation. Next: Acts Chapter 4
John Gill Bible Commentary
Unto you first, God having raised his Son Jesus,.... Which may be understood, either of the incarnation of Christ, and his exhibition in the flesh; which is sometimes expressed by raising him up, and is no other than the mission, or manifestation of him in human nature, as in Luk 1:69. Or of the resurrection of him from the dead, and the exaltation of him at the right hand of God: sent him to bless you; in person, according to the former sense; for he was indeed sent only to the people of Israel, and to them he preached; many of whom were blessed with converting grace under his ministry; but according to the latter sense, and which seems most agreeable, he was sent in the ministry of the word, and came by his Spirit, first to the Jews, among whom the Gospel was first preached for a while, and was blessed to the conversion of many thousands among them, both in Judea, and in the nations of the world, where they were dispersed: in turning away everyone of you from his iniquities; in this the blessing lay, and is rightly in our version ascribed to Christ, and to the power of his grace, in the ministration of the Gospel and not to themselves, as in many other versions; as the Syriac version, "if ye convert yourselves, and turn from your evils"; making it both their own act, and the condition of their being blessed; and the Arabic version likewise, "so that everyone of you departs from his wickedness"; but that work is Christ's, and this is the blessing of grace he himself bestows, and is a fruit of redemption by his blood, Tit 2:14. Next: Acts Chapter 4