Welcome to this bible study series on exploring the bible, which provides an overview of the major sections of the bible. Peter and john were teaching the people that jesus had become alive again. Its subject and intention is nicely summarised by the words of the lord in chapter 1. The importance of the book of acts the importance of this second of lukes twovolume work can. The book of acts the smart guide to the bible series by robert girard jun 17, 2007. A good study bible we recommend the following features. The miracles in the book of acts lists the miracle, where it happened, and where it is recorded in scripture. Acts 1 niv bible in my former book, theophilus, i wrote. It is an important book in understanding how we can be directed by the holy spirit and the role of jesus lessons in our lives. Thank you for your interest, and god bless your study of his word. A free bible version and commentary on the book of acts in easyenglish. Acts 2 niv the holy spirit comes at pentecost bible. While this study is designed to read and study the book of acts in 30 days, its okay to take longer if you need. In addition, there are topical studies on issues such as spiritual leadership, gods redemptive plan, and old testament character studies.
In many ways acts is the most exciting book in the new testament because it is full of movement and interest. Acts 1 new international version niv jesus taken up into heaven. The book of acts comes at a special time in the bible story and there are some unique things to watch out for as you read. The title as we know it comes from the second century and only partially discloses the theme of. Content includes book studies on luke, ephesians, thessalonians, james, 1 samuel, john, and acts. Study 1 going through the book of acts words of life. In the book of acts, we discover how gods multiethnic, international church grew through persecution and missionary journeys throughout the world. This 12week practical study series from crossway orients the student to the near and far context, key questions, gospel glimpses, wholebible connections, and theological and practical implications for every section of the book of acts. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or personal bible study by david e pratte feb 19, 2014 4. The book of acts is an important book for understanding the actions of the apostles, mostly paul and peter, after jesuss ascension into heaven. Several questions can be answered from the first 2 verses. One in a series of books comparable to cliffs notes.
Jul 10, 2014 designed for individuals and small groups alike, this 12week study through the book of acts explores the history of the early church after christs ascension. Watch our overview video on the book of acts, which breaks down the literary. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. It will help to keep the whole of the book before you as you work your way through each section. In acts, the gospel expands not through human strength, but through weakness, opposition, and persecution.
Sir william ramsay, after making a critical study of lukes writings, declared. Bible study of acts lesson 1 bible study blueprint. Acts with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Bible study tips for the book of acts unlocking the bible. Gospel glimpses, wholebible connections, theology, practice, and more.
Vernon mcgee taking the whole word to the whole world. Ortlund the book of acts chronicles some of the most important events in christian history. Some argue that this prologue extends through the two volume set lukeacts. This versebyverse bible study and commentary of the acts of the apostles the book of acts or simply acts is indepth but uses plain language that everyone can understand, as well as a format that will engage you.
Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study. The acts of the apostles is a unique and therefore crucial book of the new testament. Acts is a fastmoving historical account of the first three decades of the church. Acts 1 niv jesus taken up into heaven in my bible gateway. A eunuch was on his way home from jerusalem when philip taught and baptized him. The book of acts is the link between the gospels and the epistles. Book of acts miracles study resources blue letter bible.
The title as we know it comes from the second century and only partially discloses the theme of the document. Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy english. The dating of acts is largely determined by the author. Preparations for a worldwide witnessing work address to theophilus jesus shows himself during 40 days and speaks about gods kingdom jesus instructs the apostles to stay in jerusalem and wait for the promised holy spirit jesus answers the apostles question about when the kingdom will be restored to israel jesus commissions the apostles to be witnesses of him to the ends of the. If luke, pauls companion wrote the book, then we are looking at a fairly early date around 65 ad. Some days, it might take a little extra time to reflect on certain verses. Book of acts read, study bible verses online bible study tools. In acts, jesus sends the holy spirit to empower his disciples as they carry. I dont want you to think you cant or wont do it when life gets in the way and you miss a few days. The first half of the book of acts describes how, through the power of the holy spirit, the church was established in jerusalem and. One is simply to strengthen believers as witnesses to the work and life of jesus, both in history and in their lives. Now there were in the church that was at antioch certain prophets and teachers. Hey guys im going through an acts study and epistles of paul would love to. Acts 2 new international version niv the holy spirit comes at pentecost.
Actschapters 112 bible study book is a sixsession study that will equip you and your group members to understand significant events in the early church, like jesus commission and ascension, pentecost and the birth of the church, the persecution of the early christians, philip and the eunuch, pauls damascus road conversion, and peters vision. It alone presents an extensive picture of early church life and history. The book of acts provides a bridge for the writings of the nt. This study is not intended to be started without that first week of reading beforehand.
A full chapter by chapter study would take more than six months, so feel free to select from our available lessons below. Content includes book studies on luke, ephesians, thessalonians. As a second volume to lukes gospel, it joins what jesus began to do and to teach 1. Oct 04, 2016 watch our overview video on the book of acts, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. The beautiful, amazing, powerful, weak, dysfunctional church a chapterbychapter bible study of the book of acts 6 acts 1 50 days 1. This web page contains lesson plans for a multiweek study of your choice. The consensus of scholars puts the date of acts between 6580 ad. Acts 7 indepth versebyverse commentary and bible study of acts chapter 7 in plain english. But ye will receive power, the holy spirit having come upon you, and ye shall be my witnesses both in jerusalem and in all judaea and samaria and to the end of the earth. The esv study bible includes maps on many of the pages in the book of acts that help illustrate the various places mentioned in acts and routes taken by the apostles as they proclaim the gospel. Book of acts versebyverse bible study and indepth commentary of the acts of the apostles in plain english for everyone to understand.
The book of acts tells how the multiethnic, international. These studies will be expository, devotional, practical and varied, and this is an introduction to the whole book. Study 1 going through the book of acts words of life ministries. A bible study lesson series about the beginning of christianity as revealed in the book of the acts of the apostles. In addition, there are topical studies on issues such as. This 12week practical study series from crossway orients the student to the near and far context, key questions, gospel glimpses, whole bible connections, and theological and practical implications for every section of the book of acts. The book of acts is a fascinating account of the early disciples as they formed. Workbook on the book of acts the church of christ in. This is the third in a series of three smallgroup bible study discussion guides luke 19, luke 1024 and selected portions of acts which explore the meaning of witness. Jul 19, 2018 the esv study bible includes maps on many of the pages in the book of acts that help illustrate the various places mentioned in acts and routes taken by the apostles as they proclaim the gospel.
This is the third in a series of three smallgroup bible study discussion guides. Acts bible study the book of acts bible study lifeway. Hey guys im going through an acts study and epistles of paul would love to see. This is the story of christianitys beginnings and how evangelism played. This will help you place yourself in the shoes or sandals of the apostles and understand the kindness of god in the gospel being for all people. Here ends our study of all the places mentioned in the book of acts. An overview of the book of acts the life of the early church is recorded and preserved for us in the book of acts and the epistles. The recording is dramatized, from the king james bible. The book of acts, sometimes called the fifth gospel, is a continuation of the. This study requires the group to read the first twelve chapters of acts the week prior.
The following outline is intended to be used while studying the book. Study resources charts and outlines the miracles in the book of acts a study of the book of acts by pastor j. We do not recommend loose translations or oneman translations. Bible study quiz questions set 2 acts facts book of acts. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. In this bible study on the book of acts, hinckley explores the church born among jesus disciples, which grew into a world wide force in just a few. The book of acts, above all else, is a story about the churchand what a story it is. Please study all lessons in all courses in order as listed in the menus on our web site. This is the holy book of acts, known as the acts of the apostles. In this lesson well look at the book of acts also known as the acts of the apostles, a short history of the founding and spread of the new testament church from the time of christs resurrection to pauls imprisonment. Preparations for worldwide witnessing, jesus ascension, outpouring of holy spirit, persecution of disciples, sauls conversion, paul and barnabas, missionary tours. Model for todays church is a session bible study that will connect. Includes lessons about the kingdom of christ, church organization and worship, examples of conversion, the nature and purpose of miracles, and the work of the holy spirit. Most can be obtained from a good religious bookstore.
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