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Explore the fearless boldness of Christ as illustrated in Acts 4:13. This piece delves into the significance of parrhēsia, or outspokenness, and how Jesus exemplified unwavering courage in the face of opposition, including His confrontations with the Pharisees and His steadfast journey to Jerusalem. Drawing from scripture, we see the importance of trusting God over man and the transformative power of courage within us. Let us embrace the lessons of Christ’s courage to strengthen our faith and witness.
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THE COURAGE OF CHRIST ACTS 4:13
The Courage of Christ • Boldness in Acts 4:13 PARRHESIA(“all- pouring out”)John 2:25knew men’s hearts • Matt. 15:12-14 not afraid to offend the Pharisees • Matt. 23 publicly rebuked them • Luke 11:37-54 • Luke 9:51; set His face to go to Jerusalem Luke 13:31-35 not afraid of Herod; has a purpose (like Neh. 6:10-14)
The Courage of Christ • Enmity between seed of woman and seed of Satan—Gen. 3:15; John 8:44) • 5:6-17; 7:25-26 • 8:58-59 • 11:5-16 • 12:24-34;14:29-30;16:33 time had come • 13:21-27; 18:1-11 Jesusincontrol
The Courage of Christ in You • Acts 4:13 proofthey were with Christ • Matt. 10:28 do not fear man but God • Heb. 13:5-7 couragetotrustGod • Notmoney • Notman • I believedand therefore I spoke 2 Cor. 4:13 • Word in the heart and mouth Rom. 10:6-10; Acts 2:38