Three miraclesAngelHousetopHoly SpiritDetermine the difference: circumstances or terms of pardonCircumstances may vary (preacher, locale, or place)Terms of pardon remain the sameActs 9:36-11:18The visit of the angelThe angel does not bring word that he is saved.Does not leave him rejoicing in forgiveness of sinsPurpose: to get the preacher and the sinner together so the preacher can tell the sinner words that will save himThe housetopPurpose: God is no respecter of personsDenominational argumentsWe are saved by the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, etc.Ask two questions: When did the Holy Spirit fall on them and why did the Holy Spirit fall on them?When did the Holy Spirit fall on Cornelius and his household?Acts 11:15- before Peter even began to speak saving words!Why did the Holy Spirit fall?Acts 11:17-18- to prove to the Jews that God has accepted the GentilesTerms of pardonPeter preached.They heard the Gospel.All accounts of conversion do not mention all steps. Confession is not mentioned here.Peter ordered them to be baptized.
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