Philip and the Ethiopian (Acts 8:26-40)

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Welcome:
Have you ever been asked a question about the Bible by someone who isn’t a Christian? How do you handle that? Today, we look into the story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8:26-40, exploring how Philip handled such a situation and what we can learn from his example. Join us as we uncover practical lessons about sharing the gospel and responding to seekers.

Episode Notes

Title: Philip and the Ethiopian (Acts 8:26-40)

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Main Themes:

• Responding to questions about the Bible from non-Christians.
• The importance of being prepared to share the gospel.
• The role of divine guidance in evangelism.

Key Points:

1. Introduction to the Passage:
   • Philip’s mission in Samaria and his subsequent call to the desert road.
   • Encounter with the Ethiopian eunuch, an important official traveling home from Jerusalem.
2. Divine Guidance:
   • The angel of the Lord directing Philip to the desert road.
   • The significance of Philip’s obedience to the Spirit’s specific instructions.
3. The Ethiopian Eunuch:
   • The eunuch’s background and his journey to Jerusalem for worship.
   • His reading of the Book of Isaiah and the divine setup for the encounter.
4. Philip’s Approach:
   • Philip’s question, “Do you understand what you are reading?” and the eunuch’s response.
   • The passage from Isaiah 53 and its significance.
   • Philip’s explanation of the gospel, starting from that very scripture.
5. Conversion and Baptism:
   • The eunuch’s desire to be baptized and his confession of faith in Jesus.
   • The act of baptism and its symbolism of new faith in Christ.
6. Lessons Learned:
   • The importance of sharing the gospel when asked about the Bible.
   • Being prepared to explain the significance of Jesus’ death and resurrection.
   • Understanding that salvation is by faith alone in Christ alone.

Reflection Questions:

• How can we be better prepared to answer questions about the Bible from non-Christians?
• What can we learn from Philip’s approach to sharing the gospel?
• How can we apply the lessons from this story to our own evangelistic efforts?

Practical Application:

• Be attentive to divine guidance in your daily life, ready to share the gospel wherever God leads you.
• Practice explaining the c

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