A constant problem for the reputation of the church is the presence of persons who claim to be believers but deny the faith with their lives. This problem is not new. In fact, in John 8:30-59, Jesus had an extended argument with some who had believed in him but ended up wanting to kill him. Their lives showed that God was not their father, no matter what they said. Ever since then, there have been many so-called Christians who follow their own wills rather than Jesus' words. Let's make sure we are not among their number. (sermon notes)
Irony occurs when a situation turns out to be the opposite of what is expected. Dramatic irony is when the author and the audience...
In two more cities, Paul and Barnabas preached the gospel boldly, which resulted in many new believers and violent opposition.
Paul’s time in Athens provides an example of how to present Jesus and the resurrection to a cultured non-Christian audience.