A SOBERANIA DE DEUS NA EXPANSÃO DA IGREJA: O EVANGELHO ALCANÇA OS GENTIOS

THE SOVEREIGNTY OF GOD IN THE EXPANSION OF THE CHURCH: THE GOSPEL REACHES THE GENTILES | Acts 11 In this exposition of Acts 11, we will see how God sovereignly directed each event so that the Gospel would overcome the barriers of Judaism and reach the Gentiles. The conversion of Cornelius was not an isolated event. It marked a new moment in the history of the Church, when God confirmed that salvation belongs to all who believe in Christ, forming one people for His glory. In this message you will understand how God prepared Peter, convinced the church in Jerusalem, established the church in Antioch, and showed that no one can stop the advance of the Gospel. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and overview of Acts 11 01:15 Peter is questioned by the Jerusalem church 04:20 The vision of the sheet and God's purpose 06:00 Cornelius' calling and the work of salvation 10:15 The Holy Spirit is poured out on the Gentiles 12:20 The mystery of the Church revealed in Ephesians 3 18:30 The acceptance of the Gentiles by the Jerusalem church 19:20 Persecution fuels the expansion of the Gospel 21:00 The church in Antioch is born through ordinary Christians 24:10 Barnabas strengthens the church and seeks Saul 27:10 The disciples are called Christians for the first time 28:05 Agabus' prophecy and the help to the church in Judea 30:15 The organization of the church and the establishment of elders 35:15 Conclusion and practical applications Main teachings ✔ God sovereignly directs the expansion of Your Church. ✔ The Gospel breaks down all ethnic and cultural barriers. ✔ The Holy Spirit confirmed the inclusion of Gentiles in the Body of Christ. ✔ The Church is made up of Jews and Gentiles united in Christ. ✔ God uses ordinary Christians to fulfill His mission. ✔ The church grows through discipleship, fellowship, and biblical leadership. ✔ No human plan can stop the advancement of the Gospel. Base Text: Acts 11 May this message strengthen your faith and motivate you to participate in the mission that Christ entrusted to His Church. Like, share this message, and subscribe to the channel to follow our expository series on the book of Acts. Biblical Explanation Acts 11 (Antioch the Fourth City)