Listen as David summarizes the key points of chapter 1, then explains how Paul encouraged the Galatian church to battle for the truth and purity of the gospel.

1. The gospel and its counterfeits
2. The use and power of a personal story: (a) my life before Christ, (b) how I realized my need for Christ, (c) how I received Christ, (d) my life since receiving Christ
3. Conclusion

1. Facts about Pentecost
Meaning of the term, "ecclesia"
Meaning of the term, "pentecost"
Events in Acts 2:1-4
The "ribbon cutting" ceremony for the Church
The role of the Holy Spirit (John 15:26; Matt 28)
2. Expansion of the Church (Acts 1:8; Acts 4:13; and Acts 8:1,4)

Facts about the Ascension:
1. At the end of 40 days, Jesus visibly ascended from earth to heaven.
2. Jesus remains - now and forever - fully god and fully human, forever.
3. Jesus' return will be like his ascension - physical and visible.
What's Jesus doing now?
1. Jesus is abiding with you by his spirit (John 15:26; Rom 8).
2. Christ is interceding for you (Heb 7:25).
3. He is preparing for you to join Him (John 14:1-3).

Part 4 of our 5 Solas (5 "Onlies") series

Part 3 of our 5 Solas (5 "Onlies") series

Part 2 of our 5 Solas (5 "Onlies") series

Main Idea: Because Jesus was resurrected, our forever salvation is guaranteed.
1. Through the resurrection of Jesus, God's saving work of us is complete. 2. Through the resurrection of Jesus, God's restoration work is guaranteed!