Darkness and Daylight

Introduction

Jerusalem/Cyprus -> Antioch(Syria)

Worship expands Witness

Antioch -> Cyprus
Jewish Darkness and Gentile Daybreak
Darkness - Bar-Jesus

Light - Sergius Paulus

Cyprus -> Antioch (Pisidia)

Synagogue - Paul's first recorded sermon

Ancestors->Egypt->Saul->David->Jesus

Salvation in the Suffering and Risen Son

Jesus fulfills the Old Testament & justifies sinners
The Law cannot change the heart nor cleanse the conscience

Through Jesus forgiveness of sins is proclaimed
Reception - some wanted to hear more
Rejection - they contradicted and slandered Paul
Turning - toward another audiences

For former outsiders: Israel's God is actually your God
The offer of forgiveness is for all who believe in Jesus
The Gentiles are glad, honor the word of the Lord
Those who were destined for eternal life believe

The Imperative of Faith
Call to "Jews"
Call to "God-fearers"
Invitation to "Gentiles"