The Unknown God – RAISED!

Last week we talked about the Bereans and how they studied the scriptures to make sure that what Paul and Silas were telling them was actually true. One of my personal favorites! If you were not able to join us online – please go check out the service from our website or app!

Now as Paul gets to Athens, the center of Greek culture, we have an opportunity consider a sermon to pagan philosophers who were polytheists – believing in many gods. Some of these from Greek mythology you may know about like Zeus, Hera, Hades, Ares, Poseidon, and the list goes on and on.

The chapter begins with “While Paul was waiting for them in Athens, he was deeply distressed when he saw that the city was full of idols. So he reasoned in the synagogue with the Jews and with those who worshiped God, as well as in the marketplace every day with those who happened to be there.” Acts 17:16-17

So the Athenians ask to know more about what Paul is preaching, and Paul is all about talking about Jesus. So he launches into his sermon all about the ‘proof’ from God – the Ressurcection! Sunday will be a celebration of the Son of God overcoming death and the reality of God’s love to us. Just like in Paul’s day – some will mock while other will consider and by God’s grace some will choose to surrender in faith to the work of Christ.

Pastor Mike