This page is the index to our series of lesson plans that follow the book of acts. While it may be tempting to skip ahead and dive right in to studying the passages in. Bob is a pastorteacher and elder at community bible chapel in richardson, texas, and has. Acts 1 new international version niv jesus taken up into heaven.
As such, it provides us with a valuable account of how the church was able to grow and spread out from jerusalem into the rest of the roman empire. John macarthur takes readers on a journey through biblical texts to discover what lies beneath the surface, focusing on meaning and context, and then reflecting on the explored passage or concept. In acts, christ had just risen from the dead, ascended into heaven, and given the apostles the great commission. Its subject and intention is nicely summarised by the words of the lord in chapter 1. Some other study notes start from the assumption acts is all about x and then pursue what can we learn about x from.
Each study is designed to first teach the leaders the passage and then provide them with questions they can use to lead their group through a process of. Welcome to ivy baptist churchs bible study on demand before beginning this study, please take an opportunity to download the worksheet for this bible study. This summary of the book of acts provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of acts. Mar 04, 20 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. The book of acts is the link between the gospels and the epistles. Instead, it repeatedly calls us to reflect upon the work of god, fulfilled in jesus christ, establishing the church by the power of the holy spirit. In what acts did the early church continue steadfastly in. Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy english. The book of acts suggests that one person wrote both the gospel of luke and the book of acts. Includes lessons about the kingdom of christ, church organization and worship, examples of. Content includes book studies on luke, ephesians, thessalonians, james, 1 samuel, john, and acts.
The author of the acts of the apostles is the same author of the gospel of luke. The book of acts does not primarily provide us with human patterns to emulate or avoid. The book of acts is an important book for understanding the actions of the apostles, mostly paul and peter, after jesuss ascension into heaven. How the early church used a time of peace to prepare for even greater effectiveness. Introduction to the book of acts study resources blue letter bible. This is the story of christianitys beginnings and how evangelism played. The book of acts, above all else, is a story about the churchand what a story it is. How did the residents of jerusalem react to the church. 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 importance of the book of acts the importance of this second of lukes twovolume work can. Acts 1 niv jesus taken up into heaven in my bible gateway. 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.
Makes up over onefourth of the entire new testament. Beginning in acts 3, the book establishes types and shadows that help us to understand the second coming of christ and the greater works that we will do john 14. Book of acts versebyverse bible study and in depth commentary of the acts of the apostles in plain english for everyone to understand. In many ways acts is the most exciting book in the new testament. Acts with book summary versebyverse bible commentary.
Sir william ramsay, after making a critical study of. Book of acts overview insight for living ministries. This seminarylevel study also retains its depth and uses an. Hopefully, youve had a chance to complete the suggested assignments in our bible study of acts orientation. Understanding the book of acts in the bible thoughtco. Some other study notes start from the assumption acts is all about x and then pursue what can we learn about x from acts. Jul 10, 2014 the book of acts does not primarily provide us with human patterns to emulate or avoid. The main issues revolve around whether he is a man perhaps a greek official for whom lukeacts is an apologetic for the gospel or a kind of generic.
A bible study lesson series about the beginning of christianity as revealed in the book of the acts of the apostles. Acts is a book of history as it records the acts of jesus christ by his spirit through his church. The importance of the book of acts liberty university. 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 chronicles some of the most important events in christian history. It alone presents an extensive picture of early church life and. Bible study tips for the book of acts unlocking the bible. 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. A full chapter by chapter study would take more than six months, so feel free to select from our available lessons below. Bobdeffinbaugh graduated from dallas theological seminary with his th. The acts of the apostles is a unique and therefore crucial book of the new testament. In acts, christ had just risen from the dead, ascended into heaven, and given the apostles the great. The book of acts, sometimes called the fifth gospel, is a continuation of the gospel of luke. Studies in acts chapters 1 3 by francis dixon study verses.
The title as we know it comes from the second century and only partially discloses the theme of the document. Study 1 going through the book of acts words of life ministries. The acts of the apostles reading plan is a journey through all 28 chapters of the book of acts, with supplemental scripture passages to help you grasp meaning and biblical context along the way. Davidistre abstract% thistrainingcoursestudiesthebook ofacts toprovideinsightintotheway. Jan 26, 20 welcome to ivy baptist churchs bible study on demand before beginning this study, please take an opportunity to download the worksheet for this bible study. The book of acts demonstrates jesus christs promise and his commission to the church being fulfilled. This web page contains lesson plans for a multiweek study of your choice. What can we learn and apply from the book of acts today. Study scripture verses with commentary, concordances, and use highlighting, underlining, take notes in the bible. 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. It alone presents an extensive picture of early church life and history. 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.
Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study. Although the author does not name himself, evidence outside the scriptures and inferences from the book itself lead to the conclusion that the author. Jan 30, 20 welcome to ivy baptist churchs bible study on demand before beginning this study, please take an opportunity to download the worksheet for this bible study. 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. It will help to keep the whole of the book before you as you work your way through each section. The following outline is intended to be used while studying the book. Sir william ramsay, after making a critical study of lukes writings, declared that luke was the greatest historian, ancient or modern. A major figure in the book of acts and the new testament is the apostle paul. Gospel glimpses, wholebible connections, theology, practice, and more. Davidistre abstract% thistrainingcoursestudiesthebook ofacts toprovideinsightintotheway theearlychurchworkedand. Here are a few of the reasons why actsand thus our study of this bookis so important. 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. These lessons were designed for older elementary children, but you could modify them for a broader range of kids. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons.
It is an important book in understanding how we can be. Study 1 going through the book of acts words of life. Bob is a pastorteacher and elder at community bible chapel in richardson, texas, and has contributed many of his bible study series for use by the foundation. In many ways acts is the most exciting book in the new testament because it is full of movement and interest. In only three decades, a small group of frightened believers in jerusalem transformed. The bible book of acts comes at a special time in the gospel story of jesus christ.
Chapterbychapter bible studies acts kathleendalton. The most significant help in discovering the author of acts is simply recognizing this books relationship to the gospel of luke. This page will be updated as the posts are published. The beautiful, amazing, powerful, weak, dysfunctional church a chapterbychapter bible study of the book of acts 6 acts 1 50 days 1. Lets dive into 4 ways you can dig deeper into acts through specific study tips. The main issues revolve around whether he is a man perhaps a greek official for whom lukeacts is an apologetic for the gospel or a kind of generic everyman since the name means lover of god. An outline study of the book of acts pneuma foundation. Each study is designed to first teach the leaders the passage and then provide them with questions they can use to lead their group through a process of selfdiscovered learning. Both books are addressed to theophilus, and the latter acts refers. Post navigation a study of the book of acts by pastor j. 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. You will see how theology is lived out, evidence for the inspiration of scripture, and proof that the gospel message has never changed. This seminarylevel study also retains its depth and uses an engaging interactive format. Bible study of acts join us for an inspiring study on.