OBSERVATIONS

Acts 1:9-26

OBSERVATIONS,

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Let's make some observations about Luke 24:50-53 and Acts 1:12-26.

OBSERVATIONS ABOUT THE ASCENSION – Vss. 9-11, Luke 24:50-53

· The Apostles were spell bound concerning his ascension.

· There is a promise of Jesus’ return to earth.

· They returned to Jerusalem to do as Jesus commanded in verse 4.

Luke 24:50-53

· Jesus last act on earth was to bless his followers.

· One of the results of the resurrection and ascension is worship. Vss. 52-53

· Another result of the resurrection and ascension is great joy. Vs. 52

OBSERVATIONS ABOUT THE ASSOCIATION (Disciples) – Vss. 4, 12-14, 18-19

· The disciples did as they were told. Vss. 4, 12

· The 12 original Apostles are accounted for. Vss. 13, 18, 19

· Women are included. Vs. 14

· Mary is mentioned as present, but there is no special place given to her. Vs. 14

· Jesus' brethren are present. They have become believers. Vs. 14, John 7:5,

· There is unity in the group. Vs. 14, Philippians 2:1-5

· The decisions they made were based on deliberate, continual prayer.

OBSERVATIONS ABOUT THE APOSTATE (Judas) – Vss. 15-20

· The business meeting that took place involved more than just the Apostles, 120 people were present. Vs. 15

· It is necessary that God's word be fulfilled. Vss. 16, 20

God's Word is inspired by the Spirit of God. Vs. 16, Psalm 109:8 -  Let his days be few; and let another take his office.

· Judas fooled the other Apostles but never fooled God. Vs. 16

· Judas paid dearly for his betrayal. Vss. 17-19

· The decision to replace Judas was on the authority of God's Word. Vs. 20

OBSERVATIONS ABOUT THE NEW APOSTLE (Matthias) – Vss. 21-26

· There were certain qualifications Judas' replacement needed to have, especially to be a witness of the Resurrection. Vss. 21-22

· Humanly speaking, the Apostles did the best that they could, and then left the choice up to God. Vss. 24-25

· This is the last use of casting lots mentioned in Scripture. It was an Old Testament procedure. Vs. 26,

Proverbs 16:33 - The lot is cast into the lap; but the

whole disposing thereof is of the Lord.

· There was complete order and harmony in their procedure.

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