SERMON NOTES
MAY 5, 2024
MESSAGE | PASTOR JORDAN MOODY
“To The American Unknown god”
Acts 17:16-34
Acts 17:16-34
Introduction:
Exposition
- Paul and Philosophy
- Paul’s Sermon on Mars Hill
Contextualization
- Secular 1 → 2 → 3
- Athenian Unknown God and the American Unknown God
Conclusion
Discussion Questions
1. Discuss this quote: “Why was it virtually impossible not to believe in God, say 1500 in our Western society, while in 2000, the 21st century, many of us find this not only easy, but even inescapable.” – Charles Taylor
2. Summarize the philosophy of the Epicureans and Stoics. In what ways do you see these still influencing today’s culture?
3. What do you think is America’s version of the Unknown god?
4. How did Paul still preach the gospel yet contextualize the message to the audience in Acts 17? What can we learn from this?
5. How have you found talking about faith in society today is received?