The following outline is intended to be used while studying the book. Acts and the epistles bible study questions and commentary. How can we apply this principle to the relationships in our own lives. Although this study will focus on the conversion of saul of tarsus paul, let us first consider eight examples of conversions found in the book of acts. The gospel bearing lukes name focuses on the life and ministry of jesus. You will be my witnesses the book of acts amazing facts. 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. Acts 2 outsiders looking in thought jesuss followers were drunk because they were so filled with the. Study questions on the book of acts flashcards quizlet.
The book of acts is not only a book of history, but also a book of conversions. Study questions for the ignatius catholic study bible. It reveals, sometimes in surprising and scandalous ways, how jesus is gods good news to us. If the book was just before or after pauls release, then it was likely written around 63 a. Study of acts discussion notes chapter 9 introduction in chapter 9 of acts, luke begins to give a broader view of what is taking place in the new testament church. Workbook on the book of acts the church of christ in. The study and research in these books shows startling statistics, compelling stories, and a surprising jesusbased approach. Acts concerns the very vital period in christian history between the resurrection of jesus and the death of the apostle paul, the time when christian ideas and beliefs were. Why i dont want to read leviticus but should anyway dawn wilson. We have used it as part of a general introduction to the book of acts in the adult class as well. One in a series of books comparable to cliffs notes.
For more information on the study bible, or to download study questions for other books of the bible, please visit. There is much confusion in the community of christendom as to what constitutes conversion. In this 6week study, well read through the entire book of. The conversion of paul the book of acts amazing facts. A bible study lesson series about the beginning of christianity as revealed in the book of the acts of the apostles. The book of acts, which continues the narrative that luke began in his gospel, is especially important because it was the first written history of the christian church. One member at gravel hill has been using this list for over 18 years. If one genuinely wants to know what to do to be saved, he can read the book of acts and find the biblical answer. Content includes book studies on luke, ephesians, thessalonians, james, 1 samuel, john, and acts. In light of the above passages, it is not surprising that some say the book of acts could be called, the acts of the holy spirit. Acts of the apostles chapter fifteen objectives in studying this chapter 1 to see how the early church dealt with the issue of circumcision and the law of moses 2 to note that paul, peter, and james were in complete accord, and that judaizing teachers acted without any apostolic authority 3 to notice the rift between paul and barnabas, how. With scripture reading, inspirational readings, questions to answer, space for journaling, and a prayer, its like studying the bible with max lucado. It all begins with embracing four simple acts of love. In some instances, it is inherently impossible that luke could have discovered exactly what was said for example the private conversation between festus and agrippa.
Purpose of the book as indicated previously, the original purpose of both the gospel and acts may have been to assist. If the book of acts were gone, there would be nothing to replace it the last recorded fact about jesus in the gospel of matthew is the resurrection. Questions in the lessons contain minimal human commentary, but instead guide students to study to understand scripture. Luke, the author of the book named after him, also wrote acts. In many ways acts is the most exciting book in the new testament because it is full of movement and interest.
Even though chapter 6 is brief, there is much to be learned and much applicable directly to the local church today. Bobdeffinbaugh graduated from dallas theological seminary with his th. Acts is a transitional book in the sense that it gives us the record of the way god moved in the minds and hearts of men to found and establish the church and begin its great work in the world today. In this video i am sharing 6 themes to look for as you read through the book of acts during my summer. The proper title should probably be, the acts of the apostles, because thats really what the book tells of. Doctrine, if i were having a conversation with paul id ask him what is meant here. The imprisonment of the apostles, and their miraculous discharge out of. It tells of the various things which the apostles of jesus christ did, from the time that jesus ascended back to heaven, until the end of the apostle pauls last missionary journey.
The book of acts traces the growth of the church in the years immediately following jesus ascension into heaven. A collective consideration of those cases in the book of acts wonderfully clarifies the matter. When the day of pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. Over the centuries it has been called simply acts, or the acts eusebius. Acts cliffsnotes study guides book summaries, test. Model for todays church is a session bible study that will connect. Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy. Oct 02, 2003 the first mention of gods feasts in the book of acts is found in acts 2. The feasts of the lord in the book of acts united church. As robertson states, acts is an utterly incarnational book that focuses on. Acts of the apostles 4 imprisonment in rome are 6062 a. One is simply to strengthen believers as witnesses to the work and life of jesus, both in history and in their lives. Osvaldo padilla explores fresh avenues of understanding by examining the text in light of the most recent research on the book of acts itself, philosophical hermeneutics, genre theory and. As mentioned, our lesson today, lesson number one is entitled you will be my witnesses.
This is a great resource to help students both old and young learn and remember the events of the book of acts, chapterbychapter. Ananias tells saul that the lord has sent him not only so that saul would regain his sight, but also so that he may be filled with the holy spirit 9. The book of acts is unique because it is the only book of church history in the new testament. He went to the high priest 2 and asked him for letters to the synagogues in damascus, so that if he found any there who belonged to the way, whether men or women, he might take them as prisoners to jerusalem. It is a bridge between the gospels and the epistles. The lord told him to enter the city, and he would be told what he must do 9. The acts of the apostles provides an advanced introduction to the study of acts, covering important questions about authorship, genre, history and theology. Every christian receives the indwelling holy spirit at the moment of conversion. Three times in the book of acts it is reported, the first time in the third person he by luke acts 9. Saul received a vision of the resurrected christ while en route to damascus. 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. Acts of the apostles a study guide executable outlines. Acts of the apostles, a study guide from the executable outlines series by mark a. This is session 4 of 8 videos for the book of acts.
This contains study questions for the ignatius catholic study bible, the only catholic study bible based on the revised standard version 2nd catholic edition. Which of the following suggests that the speeches in the book of acts are not verbatim accounts. He departs from a careful analysis of apostles experiences in jerusalem. Here, in a 12week format, are carefully wrought studies that will ignite the mind and the heart. Why nobody wants to go to church anymore pastorleader. Davidistre abstract% thistrainingcoursestudiesthebook ofacts toprovideinsightintotheway theearlychurchworkedand. Stephen said some words from the book by the prophet isaiah isaiah 66. This is session 1 of 8 videos for the book of acts. The new testament without the book of acts leaves a great yawning gap.
Multiple accounts of the same speech often display differences. So well be beginning today here in just a few moments. Study of acts discussion notes chapter 6 introduction acts 6 is a brief chapter preceding a very lengthy chapter 7. Luke is giving an account of the salvation of the gentiles to theophilus, a gentile convert. Every major section of the book of acts depicts the growth of the gospel as it spread through the witness of the early church. The book dives into many of the most vexing issues faced by the church then and now such issues as conflict resolution, pluralism. Study 1 going through the book of acts words of life ministries. Mar 30, 2020 book of acts bible survey who was theophilus at the beginning of luke and acts. The book of acts lessons bible study and ministry resources. When did god first visit the gentiles to take from them a people for his name. Jim caveizels real story almost died during shooting the passion duration. The life and teachings of jesus christ are established in the four gospel narratives, and the book of acts provides a coordinated account of the beginning and spread of the church as the result of the work of the risen lord and the holy spirit through the apostles. Discipleship ministries book of acts sermon starters.
The book of acts, of course, is the very next book after the four gospels. Jan 04, 2012 this is session 1 of 8 videos for the book of acts. Therefore they trusted god to place the right person in that spot. Study 1 going through the book of acts words of life. Well, our lesson quarterly is on the book of acts, and were on lesson number five thats entitled the conversion of paul. These studies will be expository, devotional, practical and varied, and this is an introduction to the whole book. The study of acts is a challenge partly because of its length.
In this 6week study, well read through the entire book of acts and discover gods big plan for his church. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. The flourishing state of the church, in the power that went along with the preaching of the gospel v. The temple in this book called acts was the third temple. The beautiful, amazing, powerful, weak, dysfunctional church a chapterbychapter bible study of the book of acts 6 acts 1 50 days 1. This workbook on the acts of the apostles was designed for use in bible classes, family study, or personal study. Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy english. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. And this is what we have in the crossway bible study series knowing the bible. This is a book for nonprofessionals written is seven chapters which proceed through the book of acts of the apostles chronologically but calls out the unique theme of each part. Acts bible study the book of acts bible study lifeway. 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. Several questions can be answered from the first 2.
The book is most commonly called the acts of the apostles, although it is quite probable that, in its original form, it had no title at all. Twelve lessons explore how the same men who doubted in galilee, argued in capernaum, and ran for their lives in gethsemane are transformed by the resurrected king in the book of acts. For those who are joining us online or if youre watching this program later on, our free gift today is a book entitled riches of his grace. Youll be stretched to redefine the way you do church. Lead your group into informed and enlightening conversation on the book of matthew. It will help to keep the whole of the book before you as you work your way through each section. The book of acts reflection and discussion questions acts 1 the apostles knew they needed to replace judas. A 12week study knowing the bible kindle edition by.
It describes the early christian church, and theres a number of important lessons that we will find in our study through the book of acts. The importance of the book of acts the importance of this second of lukes two. Start studying study questions on the book of acts. Feb 11, 2015 study of the book of acts chapter 9 duration. Copeland hundreds of free sermon outlines and bible study materials. He gives us the power to overcome sin and his life in us produces the character qualities that are called the. Acts of the apostles a study of new testament history overview introduction. The first mention of gods feasts in the book of acts is found in acts 2. Open scripture and join the conversation around the book of matthew with this learner session guide. Bible biblestudytools video what is the message of the book of acts. The second is to serve as preparation for urbana96.
The gospel of mark is not just good news about jesus. The sin and punishment of ananias and sapphira, who, for lying to the holy ghost, were struck dead at the word of peter v. The class book material is suitable for teens and adults. You may use your bible to answer the study questions.
The conversation is part of the yale bible study series presented in cooperation with the congregational church of new canaan in new canaan, ct. But stephen reminded the jews that god was bigger than any temple. When we concluded last time, paul was in the presence of the jewish leadership of rome. 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. 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. Without acts, the actions of the early church would be unknown to us except for a few facts we could glean from the writings of paul.
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