Category: Writings by Daniel C Snaddon
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The Book of Acts, Acts 13, by Daniel C Snaddon
Many Bible teachers believe that this chapter marks a distinct break in the Book of Acts. Paul has now come into a place prominence. Antioch in Syria becomes the centre from which the Gospel radiates to the Gentiles. See John 4:21 “Not in Jerusalem.” In Chapter 11 we learn that an assembly…
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The Book of Acts, The Arrest and Release of Peter, by Daniel C Snaddon
Acts 12:1-19 Satan’s relentless attacks continued against the church. The persecution came from a new source—Herod the king. This Herod was Herod Agrippa I, a grandson of Herod the Great. He was appointed king over Judea by the Roman Emperor, Claudius. He observed the law of Moses and sought to…
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The Book of Acts, Acts 12, by Daniel C Snaddon
The fifth persecution. Satan’s relentless attack on the Church continues. Verse 1 This Herod was a grandson of Herod the great. He was an observer of the law of Moses and went to great length to please the Jews. In pursuit of this policy he afflicted certain in the church.…
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The Book of Acts, Acts 11, by Daniel C Snaddon
Verse 1 When the news of the happenings of Chapter 10 reached the Jewish believers in Judea, there was great consternation among them. Verse 2 When Peter returned to Jerusalem the circumcision = Christians of Jewish birth – contended with him. Verse 3 They accused him of (condemned him for)…
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The Book of Acts, Acts 10, by Daniel C Snaddon
In chapters 8-10 we have the conversion of one of the descendants of Noah’s sons. The Ethiopian eunuch was of the line of Ham. Chapter 8. Saul of Tarsus was a descendant of Shem. Chapter 9. Cornelius was of Japheth’s posterity. Chapter 10. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is for…
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The Book of Acts, The Conversion of Saul of Tarsus, by Daniel C Snaddon
Read Acts 9:1-19 Let us take a look at the man Saul. He was known as Saul of Tarsus. Tarsus is described by Saul as no mean city. Acts 21:39 It was a place of great learning. Acts 22:3 shows that Saul was born in Tarsus, he was brought up in the city,…
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The Book of Acts, Acts 9, by Daniel C Snaddon
The conversion of Saul of Tarsus This chapter marks a turning point in the Book. Peter has been prominent—the Jew. From now on Paul will gradually become the foremost figure, the gospel will increasingly go out to the Gentiles. Saul was about 30 years of age. He was one of…
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The Book of Acts, Acts 8, From Verse 5, by Daniel C Snaddon
Verses 5 through 8 describe for us the results of Philips preaching in the city of Samaria. The people were moved as he preached Christ unto them. Large numbers believed with one accord as Philip preached Christ unto them—their faith in Christ was reinforced as they saw the miracles he…
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The Book of Acts, Acts 8, by Daniel C Snaddon
Chapters 8-10 have at least one thing in common. There is a conversion recorded in each. Chapter 8 The Ethiopian eunuch. Chapter 9 Saul of Tarsus. Chapter 10 Cornelius the Roman centurion. One was a black man—one a Jew—one a Gentile. They represent the whole human race. The Ethiopian was…
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The Book of Acts, The Period of Transition, by Daniel C Snaddon
Acts 6:1—11:18 Two weeks ago as we looked at the origin of the Church, we probably felt a twinge of envy as we re-read of 3000 souls being added to the Church—we wished we could experience some of that kind of visible result to the presentation of the Gospel in…
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The Book of Acts, Acts 6 & 7, by Daniel C Snaddon
The sin of murmuring is exposed here. Then was a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews because their widows were being neglected in the daily distribution. These Grecians were Jews who had settled in other countries. While they had the same basic culture they were very nationalistic. This was…
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The Book of Acts, Acts 5, by Daniel C Snaddon
Chapter 5 really begins at Chapter 4:34. Verses 1-11 1. The sin and punishment of Annanias and Sapphira. 2. The power of Satan. These were bright happy days of Christian love and fellowship. We read of “gladness of heart,” of praising God, of rejoicing. They were of one heart and…
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The Book of Acts, Acts 4, by Daniel C Snaddon
Power of God. Power of man. Power of the Holy Spirit. Verses 1-4 The first persecution of the infant church. It arose from the religious leaders. See Verse 1. The priest’s represent religious intolerance. The captain of the temple political enmity. The Sadducees rationalistic unbelief. The Sadducees did not believe…
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The Book of Acts, Acts 3, by Daniel C Snaddon
The chapter divides into two. 1. The first apostolic miracle Verses 1-11. 2. Peter’s second sermon Verses 12-26. Verse 1 The hour of prayer. 3 p.m. The hour of the daily burnt offering. The hour Christ died. Verse 2 The beggar lying at the Beautiful gate (describe). This gate was…
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The Book of Acts, Expansion to the Gentiles, by Daniel C Snaddon
Acts 11:19—21:16 Two impressions are quickly felt when we read these chapters with a view to the early church. First is the lack of organization or structure. Churches were established in every place but almost nothing is said about how they function. A closer look will show us some details…
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The Book of Acts, The Founding of the First Church, by Daniel C Snaddon
Acts 2 There was a tremendous response to the exhortation of Peter. Under the convicting power of the Holy Spirit, 3000 souls repented and were baptized. At this point we see the prophecy of Jesus regarding Peter being fulfilled. “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men”—Matthew 4:19.…
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The Book of Acts, The Origin of the Church, by Daniel C Snaddon
We noted last week that the book of Acts is by no means a full history of the period it covers, but is rather a selection of incidents revealing the lines and tendencies, the principle and the passion, of that first generation of Christianity in the world. Each page flames…
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The Book of Acts, Acts 2, by Daniel C Snaddon
Pentecost—The Holy Spirit is given. Note first of all. “They were all with one accord in one place.” The “feast of weeks” or “Pentecost” was held 50 days after the feast of first fruits. The Holy Spirit came from heaven at Pentecost 50 days after the resurrection of Christ. The…
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The Book of Acts, Acts 1 & 2, by Daniel C Snaddon
“He was seen by them for forty days.” He showed Himself at frequent intervals. Luke 24:36-43 “Why are you troubled? And why do you question in your hearts?” “Behold my hands and my feet, see it is I, myself; handle me and see; for a spirit does not have flesh…
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The Book of Acts, The Lord’s Ministry During the Forty Days, by Daniel C Snaddon
It must have been thrilling for the disciples to speak with their resurrected master and to listen to His familiar voice, discussing the “things concerning the kingdom.” Apart from the incident recorded in the Gospels, the only fragment of teaching during the transitional period of Jesus’ forty days after His…
Down to Earth But Heavenly Minded 