The Ethiopian Eunuch Explained
Acts 8:26-40 · August 27, 2023
In “An Outsider Receives the Gospel,” Calvary Chapel Tucson explores Philip’s encounter with the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8. The message shows how Jesus’ fulfilled prophecies led the eunuch to faith and baptism, and encourages us to take a genuine interest in others as we share the Gospel.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
01:23 The Jewish community in Ethiopia
05:18 Eunuchs had restrictions in the Jewish law as to how they worship (Deuteronomy 23:1)
06:51 An angel of the Lord spoke to Philip (Acts 8:26; Hebrews 1:14)
07:54 The Ethiopian Eunuch (Acts 8:26-34)
24:35 A Messianic prophecy (Isaiah 53:3-11)
28:42 What hinders me from being baptized? (Acts 8:35-36)
30:06 Baptism is important, but it is not salvation (1 Corinthians 1:17)
30:26 The Ethiopian Eunuch believes and is baptized (Acts 8:37-40)
33:27 The man who had been at a distance under the law was brought close by the Gospel!
34:37 Take a real interest in people’s lives; sincerely ask questions — it may lead to Gospel opportunities
35:52 Prophecy is powerful! We should be as familiar as we can with prophecies Jesus fulfilled
37:36 Closing prayer
