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and ascension of Jesus Christ; and an appeal to the listeners to
believe in Him for salvation. Peter’s message at Jerusalem (Acts
2), his message in the temple (Acts 3), Stephen’s address to the
council (Acts 6), and Peter’s message at Cornelius’ house (Acts
10) are examples of New Testament proclamation for the purpose
of evangelizing the lost. Paul’s message on Mars’ Hill (Acts 17)
is an example of discussion and discourse for the purpose of
pointing lost people to salvation.
Application
14.Examples of Old and New Testament preaching share features
of
a) the formal preaching service used on Sabbath days.
b) proclamation, ambassadorial service for God, and preaching
for results.
c) unstructured services, lack of effective leadership, and
permanent results.