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Jesus Appears to the Disciples
45Then He opened their minds to understand the Scriptures.46And He told them, “This is what is written: The Christ will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day,47and in His name repentance and forgiveness of sins will be proclaimed to all nations, beginning in Jerusalem.
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Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
behoved Christ--(See on Luk 24:26).
John Gill Bible Commentary
And he led them out as far as Bethany,.... Not the town of Bethany; could that be thought, it might be supposed that he led his disciples thither, to pay a visit to his dear friends there, Lazarus, Mary, and Martha, before his ascension; but the town of Bethany was fifteen furlongs, or near two miles distance from Jerusalem, Joh 11:18 whereas the place from whence Christ ascended was but a sabbath day's journey from it, which was two thousand cubits, or about a mile, Act 1:12. This Bethany, therefore, was a tract of land, so called from the town, which began at the Mount of Olives, where Bethphage ended; see Mar 11:1 and hither from Jerusalem Christ led his disciples, in order to ascend to heaven in their sight; and this was the spot of ground, where he began to ride in triumph to Jerusalem, and here he ascended in a triumphant manner to heaven; this was the place he frequently retired to for solemn, and solitary prayer, and where he had put up many a strong cry to God, and now from hence he ascended to him; this was the place whither he went after he had ate his last passover, where he was taken, and from whence he came to suffer and die for his people: and he lift up his hands, and blessed them. The lifting up of his hands was not in order to put them upon his disciples; though the Ethiopic version adds, "and put them on"; nor was it used as a prayer gesture; nor was the blessing of them prayer wise, or by praying for a blessing on them; but as Aaron, his type, lift up his hands towards the people of Israel, and blessed them, when he had offered the offerings for them, Lev 9:22 so Christ, as the great high priest, having offered himself a sacrifice for the sins of his people, lift up his hands towards his apostles, and blessed them in an authoritative way, by bestowing blessings upon them: he blessed them with a larger measure of the Spirit; for though they were to wait some few days longer for the extraordinary effusion of the Spirit, yet, in the mean while, they received from him more of it than they had formerly had; for he breathed upon them, and said, receive the Holy Ghost, Joh 20:22. He blessed them with larger measures of grace, and with more spiritual light, and understanding into the Scriptures of truth, and with much inward peace of mind, and with the fresh discoveries of pardoning love; and which seemed necessary, since by their conduct towards him, one by denying him, and the rest by forsaking him, the peace of their minds was broken, and they needed a fresh application of forgiving grace. The form of blessing the people used by Aaron, and his sons, the priests, who were types of Christ, is recorded in Num 6:23 and though our Lord might not use the same form in blessing his disciples, yet it seems he used the same gesture, lifting up his hands, as they did. The Targumists say (d), the blessing of the priests was done by stretching, or spreading out their hands; but other Jewish writers observe, it was by lifting them up: concerning which their rule is (e); "in the province, the priests lift up their hands, as high as their shoulders, but in the sanctuary, above their heads, except the high priest, who did not lift up his hands above the plate of gold on his forehead.'' The reason of this was, because the name Jehovah was written upon it, and it was not proper his hands should be lifted up above that. The account Maimonides (f) gives of this affair is; "how is the lifting up of hands? in the borders, at the time the messenger of the congregation comes to service, when he has said, who ever will, &c. all the priests that stand in the synagogue, remove from their places, and go, and ascend the desk (or pulpit), and stand there with their faces to the temple, and their backs to the people, and their fingers closed within their hands, until the messenger of the congregation has finished the confession, or thanksgiving; and then they turn their faces to the people, and stretch out their fingers, and lift up their hands to their shoulders and begin to bless, and the messenger of the congregation pronounces them (the blessings) word by word, &c. How is the blessing of the priests in the sanctuary? the priests go up into the desk (or pulpit), after the priests have finished the morning daily service, and lift up their hands above, over their heads, except the high priest, who does not lift up his hands above the plate of gold, on his forehead; and one pronounces them (the blessings) word for word, as they do in the borders (in the country), &c.'' And as our Lord used this gesture in blessing, it is very likely he complied with another rule, by expressing it in the Hebrew tongue; for the Jews say (g), the blessing of the priests is not said in any place, but in the holy tongue. (d) Targum Jon. in Num. vi. 23. & Targum in Cant. vii. 7. (e) Misn Sota, c. 7. sect. 6. Bemidbar Rabba sect. 11. fol. 203. 3. (f) Hilchot Tephilla, c. 14. sect. 3. 9. (g) Hilchot Tephilla, c. 14. sect. 11. Vid. Targum Jon. & Rabba, ut supra, & T. Bab. Sota, fol. 38. 1.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
24:46 that the Messiah would suffer and die: See study note on 24:25-26.
Luke 24:46
Jesus Appears to the Disciples
45Then He opened their minds to understand the Scriptures.46And He told them, “This is what is written: The Christ will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day,47and in His name repentance and forgiveness of sins will be proclaimed to all nations, beginning in Jerusalem.
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Complete Salvation and How to Recieve It - Part 4
By Derek Prince3.0K28:33MRK 1:15LUK 24:46ACT 2:37
This sermon by Derek Prince emphasizes the importance of repentance, belief, confession, and action in appropriating what God has done for us. Derek highlights the significance of repentance as a decision to change our minds and submit to God, emphasizing that true repentance leads to a willingness to let go of our own plans and desires. He stresses the essential nature of confession in aligning our words with God's truth and the power of giving thanks as a pure expression of faith. Derek also discusses the importance of being baptized, expressing gratitude, and being led by the Holy Spirit in living out our faith amidst the challenges posed by the carnal mind, Satan, and the world.
K-038 the Potter
By Art Katz2.3K1:07:25PotterMAT 6:33LUK 24:44LUK 24:46In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of true Christianity and the costliness of following God. They highlight the need for believers to be bonded with each other and submit to God's dealings in their lives. The speaker also discusses the nature of suffering and how it is a necessary part of the Christian journey. They reference the example of Jesus, who learned obedience through suffering, and encourage believers to continually grow in their relationship with God and be willing to be refined through the fire. The sermon concludes with a thought-provoking illustration about the contraction that occurs when objects are put through fire, emphasizing the need for believers to let go of their own glory and surrender to God's refining process.
The Character, Power and Ambition of Christ
By David Smithers1.5K47:11MAT 6:33LUK 24:46LUK 24:49In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being balanced and focused in our walk with God. He highlights three key aspects: the character, power, and ambition of Christ. The speaker notes that some believers who focus on personal holiness may neglect the mission of evangelizing the lost. He encourages believers to understand and embrace the ambition of Christ, which is to spread the gospel to every nation. The speaker concludes by urging believers to stay focused and balanced in their pursuit of God, holding onto fundamental truths and not being easily swayed.
Power Belongs to God
By Joshua Daniel89714:30Power Of GodPSA 119:34ISA 40:29ISA 40:31MAT 6:33LUK 24:46JHN 14:16ACT 1:8In this sermon, Joshua Daniel focuses on the importance of understanding the scriptures and the impact it can have on our lives. He references Luke 24:46, where Jesus opens the disciples' understanding of the scriptures and explains that it was necessary for Christ to suffer and rise from the dead. Daniel emphasizes the significance of repentance and the preaching of remission of sins in Jesus' name to all nations. He also discusses the danger of being anchored to money and the need to seek power from God, as promised by Jesus in Acts 1:8, in order to be witnesses for Him.
The Purpose of God
By David Ravenhill5841:07:54LUK 24:46ACT 13:47ROM 12:1ROM 15:16This sermon emphasizes the core purpose of God, likening it to a jigsaw puzzle where each piece represents a different aspect of God's plan. It highlights the need for believers to understand and align with God's purpose, focusing on reaching all nations with the message of salvation through Christ. The sermon challenges listeners to offer themselves as living sacrifices, to proclaim the gospel, and to prioritize the salvation of the lost as a rare and crucial sacrifice in the New Testament.
The Necessity of Biblical Repentance
By Al Whittinghill5741:14:02RepentanceMAT 3:1MAT 4:17MRK 2:17LUK 3:7LUK 24:46ACT 2:37ACT 2:47In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of humility and repentance in the sight of God. He quotes James 4:6, which states that God gives more grace to the humble and resists the proud. The preacher urges the audience to submit themselves to God, resist the devil, and draw near to God. He also highlights the need for repentance, citing examples from the preaching of John the Baptist and the command of Jesus to repent. The sermon criticizes the focus on materialism and entertainment in society, calling for a return to worshiping God and preaching the message of repentance.
Endued Power From on High
By Joshua Daniel56514:29Holy SpiritMAT 6:33LUK 24:46JHN 6:9JHN 16:7JHN 16:13ACT 1:8In this sermon, Joshua Daniel challenges listeners to walk with God and understand the impact it will have on their lives, families, and society. He references Luke 24:46 and Acts 1:8, emphasizing the importance of preaching repentance and remission of sins in the name of Christ to all nations. Daniel highlights the need for believers to be endued with power from on high, as promised by Jesus in John 16. He warns against turning away from the Holy Spirit and relying on oneself, and emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit in reproving the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment. Daniel encourages believers to extend their reach to the uttermost parts of the earth, rather than being satisfied with their own comfort and selfishness.
How to Read the Psalter, Psalm 1 - Doorway to the Psalms
By Michael Flowers34726:52PsalterPSA 119:11PSA 119:105MAT 6:33LUK 24:25LUK 24:46JHN 20:19In this sermon, the preacher discusses the book "Sit, Walk, Stand" and emphasizes that Christianity begins with a big done, not a big do. He explains that being seated with Christ in heavenly places is the starting point, where we receive lavish grace. The preacher highlights the importance of knowing our identity in Christ, as opposition and challenges arise when we engage in the Christian life and mission. He also addresses the issue of being connected to negative influences through the internet, particularly pornography, and encourages the audience to find delight in the law of the Lord. The sermon concludes with a reference to Jesus explaining the Scriptures to his disciples and the significance of word and sacrament in worship.
The Promise of the Father
By Aaron Hurst12343:17Holy SpiritLUK 24:46ACT 1:1In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the promise of the Father, which is the baptism of the Holy Ghost and fire. He emphasizes the importance of waiting for this promise and being endued with power from on high. The preacher references Luke 24:46-49, where Jesus instructs his disciples to wait in Jerusalem until they receive the promise of the Father. He also mentions Ezekiel 36, highlighting the need for humility and honesty in order to receive grace from God. The sermon encourages listeners to have faith and believe that God can bring life to their long-standing problems and bondages through Jesus Christ.
Reconciliation
By James Challen0LUK 24:46ACT 1:82CO 5:18EPH 2:13COL 1:19James Challen preaches about the ministry of reconciliation, emphasizing that man is alienated from God due to sin, but through Jesus Christ, God offers reconciliation to the world. Challen highlights the role of Jesus as the ultimate Ambassador of God, who came to reconcile humanity to the Father through his life, death, and resurrection. The apostles, chosen by Jesus, served as ambassadors spreading the message of reconciliation to all nations, and their work remains a perpetual obligation for believers today.
The Antinomian "Christian"
By David Servant0LUK 24:46ACT 20:20ACT 26:19ROM 6:1JAS 2:24David Servant preaches about the importance of understanding the inseparable connection between faith and works, emphasizing that true faith is validated by works and that works are a natural outflow of genuine faith. He highlights the dangers of antinomianism, the belief that obedience to God's laws is unimportant, and the need for a balance between faith and works in the Christian life. Drawing from the teachings of Martin Luther and various biblical figures, he stresses the significance of repentance as a necessary response to the gospel, leading to a transformed life marked by obedience to Christ.
Tongues at Pentecost
By John R. Rice0LUK 24:46ACT 1:8ACT 2:1ACT 2:411CO 14:22John R. Rice preaches on the significance of speaking in tongues based on Acts 2, emphasizing the power of the Holy Spirit to win souls and warning against being led astray by false doctrines. The main focus of Pentecost was the enduement of power from on High to preach the Gospel and witness for Jesus, resulting in three thousand people being saved. The miraculous gift of tongues at Pentecost served the purpose of enabling people to hear the Gospel in their own languages, emphasizing the importance of soul-winning and God's intention to reach all nations.
Reading on 1 Timothy 1 and 2
By John Nelson Darby0RepentancePreaching The GospelLUK 24:46John Nelson Darby discusses the apostle Paul's guidance to Timothy on preaching the gospel, emphasizing the necessity of repentance and the importance of adapting the message to the audience. He compares the commission given to the apostles with the messages of Peter and Paul, highlighting the call for both Jews and Gentiles to turn from sin and embrace the grace of God. Darby warns against the dangers of losing sight of the value of forgiveness and the need for a genuine understanding of repentance, which must be rooted in faith in Christ. He also addresses the role of the church in praying for all people, including those in authority, and the broader implications of the gospel for the world. Ultimately, he underscores that true repentance involves a heartfelt acknowledgment of one's sinfulness and a turning towards God's mercy.
The Death of Christ Necessary
By James M. Henry0LUK 24:46JHN 3:16ACT 2:38ACT 22:16ROM 3:25ROM 10:132PE 1:51JN 1:3REV 3:21James M. Henry preaches about the necessity of Christ's death and resurrection for the repentance and remission of sins to be preached among all nations. The theme of Christ's suffering and rising from the dead is inexhaustible, showcasing His worthiness to redeem and reign over all. His death was essential to fulfill God's purpose in creating man, to show His love, and to provide a justifiable ground for pardoning sinners. The apostles, empowered by the Holy Spirit, preached reformation and forgiveness in Jesus' name, emphasizing faith, repentance, confession, baptism, and calling on the Lord for salvation.
The Indestructible Christ
By G.W. North0Eternal Nature of ChristVictory over DeathISA 53:5LUK 24:46JHN 1:14JHN 10:18ACT 2:24ROM 6:91CO 15:55PHP 2:8HEB 10:5REV 1:18G.W. North emphasizes the indestructible nature of Christ, explaining that while Jesus' physical body died, the eternal essence of Christ remained alive and indestructible. He clarifies that the Christ, who is God manifest in the flesh, cannot die, and that Jesus' death was a necessary part of fulfilling scripture, allowing Him to conquer death and rise again. North highlights the mystery that confounded the Jews, who understood that the Christ abides forever, yet struggled with the concept of His death. He illustrates that Christ's incarnation was a divine plan, culminating in the ultimate sacrifice that fulfilled the requirements of the Mosaic Covenant. Ultimately, North reassures believers that while Jesus' body was destroyed, the Christ within remained eternal and victorious over death.
Repentance: An Operating Principle of Your Life
By Paris Reidhead0MRK 1:14LUK 5:31LUK 24:46GAL 2:20REV 3:14Paris Reidhead preaches about the fundamental principle of repentance as a continuous change of mind, will, and intention, emphasizing that repentance is not merely an emotion but a complete change of direction towards God. He highlights the importance of recognizing sin as a rebellion against God's authority and the need for a genuine change of heart and purpose. Reidhead stresses the ongoing necessity of repentance in the life of a Christian, urging believers to maintain zeal and fervor for Christ, and to constantly realign their thoughts and actions with God's will.
The Ministry of Peter
By Harry Ironside0RepentanceThe Gospel MessageISA 1:18MRK 6:12LUK 24:46ACT 2:23ACT 2:36ACT 2:38ACT 3:19ACT 4:11ACT 10:43EPH 2:13Harry Ironside emphasizes the ministry of Peter, highlighting the central theme of repentance in his preaching. He explains that Peter, as a key figure in the early church, consistently called for repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, linking it to the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies. Ironside illustrates how Peter's messages at Pentecost and after the healing of the lame man underscored the necessity of changing one's attitude towards sin and God to receive forgiveness. The sermon stresses that repentance is not merely an emotional experience but a critical step towards salvation, applicable to both Jews and Gentiles. Ultimately, Ironside calls for preachers today to boldly proclaim the need for repentance as part of the Gospel message.
Foreign Missions
By W.H. Griffith Thomas0PRO 11:30ISA 6:8MAT 28:19LUK 24:46ROM 10:14W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the importance of Foreign Missions in every ministry, highlighting how it reflects the clergyman's spiritual life and the need for a genuine missionary spirit. He discusses various methods of work for furthering worldwide evangelization, including studying New Testament principles, engaging in missionary reading and study, and organizing missionary prayer meetings and sermons. Additionally, he stresses the significance of supporting Medical Missions, subscribing to missionary magazines, and focusing on Jewish missionary work. The sermon underscores the clergyman's pivotal role in fostering a parish's interest and involvement in Missions through personal dedication and active engagement.
Commentary Notes - Luke
By Walter Beuttler0LUK 1:1LUK 4:18LUK 6:12LUK 14:11LUK 17:20LUK 22:26LUK 23:34LUK 24:46Walter Beuttler preaches on the Book of Luke, highlighting the diverse themes and teachings within its chapters. The book, written by Luke, emphasizes Jesus as the ideal man, fully human and divine, and covers events over a span of thirty-nine years. Luke portrays Christ as the epitome of humanity, demonstrating his compassion, wisdom, and authority. The Gospel of Luke addresses various aspects of discipleship, faith, and the kingdom of God, urging believers to surrender all to Christ and follow him wholeheartedly.
The Great Commission in the Book of Acts
By Keith Malcomson0LUK 14:27LUK 24:46ACT 1:8ACT 4:13ACT 8:4Keith Malcomson emphasizes that The Book of Acts is the authoritative account of the early Church history, revealing the Acts of Jesus Christ through the Church by the Holy Spirit. The Great Commission is a dominant theme throughout Acts, starting from the resurrection of Christ to His ascension, where He commissions His disciples to spread the gospel. The commission was not limited to the 12 apostles but extended to all believers, emphasizing the continuous and universal nature of the mission. The early Church in Acts exemplified the fulfillment of the Great Commission through the power and guidance of the Holy Spirit, without the need for human strategies or programs.
Fullness of the Spirit
By John R. Rice0ISA 44:3MAT 5:13LUK 24:46ACT 1:8ACT 2:4ACT 4:31ACT 5:32Evangelist John R. Rice preaches about the importance of being filled with the Holy Spirit, emphasizing the need for obedience, self-crucifixion, and a deep desire for souls to experience God's power for revival and soul-winning efforts. He highlights the examples of John the Baptist, the apostles, and other Bible figures who were filled with the Holy Spirit and saw great results in their ministries. Rice challenges the congregation, including preachers, to confess their need for a fresh filling of the Holy Spirit and to seek God's power through obedience, surrender, and persistent prayer.
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
behoved Christ--(See on Luk 24:26).
John Gill Bible Commentary
And he led them out as far as Bethany,.... Not the town of Bethany; could that be thought, it might be supposed that he led his disciples thither, to pay a visit to his dear friends there, Lazarus, Mary, and Martha, before his ascension; but the town of Bethany was fifteen furlongs, or near two miles distance from Jerusalem, Joh 11:18 whereas the place from whence Christ ascended was but a sabbath day's journey from it, which was two thousand cubits, or about a mile, Act 1:12. This Bethany, therefore, was a tract of land, so called from the town, which began at the Mount of Olives, where Bethphage ended; see Mar 11:1 and hither from Jerusalem Christ led his disciples, in order to ascend to heaven in their sight; and this was the spot of ground, where he began to ride in triumph to Jerusalem, and here he ascended in a triumphant manner to heaven; this was the place he frequently retired to for solemn, and solitary prayer, and where he had put up many a strong cry to God, and now from hence he ascended to him; this was the place whither he went after he had ate his last passover, where he was taken, and from whence he came to suffer and die for his people: and he lift up his hands, and blessed them. The lifting up of his hands was not in order to put them upon his disciples; though the Ethiopic version adds, "and put them on"; nor was it used as a prayer gesture; nor was the blessing of them prayer wise, or by praying for a blessing on them; but as Aaron, his type, lift up his hands towards the people of Israel, and blessed them, when he had offered the offerings for them, Lev 9:22 so Christ, as the great high priest, having offered himself a sacrifice for the sins of his people, lift up his hands towards his apostles, and blessed them in an authoritative way, by bestowing blessings upon them: he blessed them with a larger measure of the Spirit; for though they were to wait some few days longer for the extraordinary effusion of the Spirit, yet, in the mean while, they received from him more of it than they had formerly had; for he breathed upon them, and said, receive the Holy Ghost, Joh 20:22. He blessed them with larger measures of grace, and with more spiritual light, and understanding into the Scriptures of truth, and with much inward peace of mind, and with the fresh discoveries of pardoning love; and which seemed necessary, since by their conduct towards him, one by denying him, and the rest by forsaking him, the peace of their minds was broken, and they needed a fresh application of forgiving grace. The form of blessing the people used by Aaron, and his sons, the priests, who were types of Christ, is recorded in Num 6:23 and though our Lord might not use the same form in blessing his disciples, yet it seems he used the same gesture, lifting up his hands, as they did. The Targumists say (d), the blessing of the priests was done by stretching, or spreading out their hands; but other Jewish writers observe, it was by lifting them up: concerning which their rule is (e); "in the province, the priests lift up their hands, as high as their shoulders, but in the sanctuary, above their heads, except the high priest, who did not lift up his hands above the plate of gold on his forehead.'' The reason of this was, because the name Jehovah was written upon it, and it was not proper his hands should be lifted up above that. The account Maimonides (f) gives of this affair is; "how is the lifting up of hands? in the borders, at the time the messenger of the congregation comes to service, when he has said, who ever will, &c. all the priests that stand in the synagogue, remove from their places, and go, and ascend the desk (or pulpit), and stand there with their faces to the temple, and their backs to the people, and their fingers closed within their hands, until the messenger of the congregation has finished the confession, or thanksgiving; and then they turn their faces to the people, and stretch out their fingers, and lift up their hands to their shoulders and begin to bless, and the messenger of the congregation pronounces them (the blessings) word by word, &c. How is the blessing of the priests in the sanctuary? the priests go up into the desk (or pulpit), after the priests have finished the morning daily service, and lift up their hands above, over their heads, except the high priest, who does not lift up his hands above the plate of gold, on his forehead; and one pronounces them (the blessings) word for word, as they do in the borders (in the country), &c.'' And as our Lord used this gesture in blessing, it is very likely he complied with another rule, by expressing it in the Hebrew tongue; for the Jews say (g), the blessing of the priests is not said in any place, but in the holy tongue. (d) Targum Jon. in Num. vi. 23. & Targum in Cant. vii. 7. (e) Misn Sota, c. 7. sect. 6. Bemidbar Rabba sect. 11. fol. 203. 3. (f) Hilchot Tephilla, c. 14. sect. 3. 9. (g) Hilchot Tephilla, c. 14. sect. 11. Vid. Targum Jon. & Rabba, ut supra, & T. Bab. Sota, fol. 38. 1.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
24:46 that the Messiah would suffer and die: See study note on 24:25-26.