Lesson 188: Acts 2:38
Acts 2:38
The Blueprint — The Verse
Peter replied, "Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit."
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The Context — The History
At Pentecost in Jerusalem, Peter preaches to Jews from every nation. The Spirit falls, Peter proclaims crucified Jesus as Lord and Christ, and three thousand respond in a founding moment of the church.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Cut to the heart by Peter's sermon, the crowd asks what to do. Peter calls for repentance, baptism in Jesus' name, forgiveness, and reception of the promised Spirit for all whom the Lord calls.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Acts 2:37
37When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?”
Read the verse immediately before this lesson (Acts 2:37) to hear the lead-in to the passage.
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Acts 2:39
39The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off—for all whom the Lord our God will call.”
Read the verse immediately after this lesson (Acts 2:39) to continue the passage.
Discussion
- What does repentance look like as an ongoing posture?
- How do baptism and forgiveness belong together in your story?
- How have you experienced the Holy Spirit as gift?