Acts - Introduction

The Book of Acts continues the account of Jesus work through His church (believing people) as the Gospel spreads from Jerusalem to the ends of the earth. Someone rightly noted that the book is still being written as the church age continues and people are being saved from every nations on earth. This does not mean the Bible is still being written, only that we today are still under the mandate of the great commission of the Lord Jesus as stated in Matthew 28:18-20. The Gospel spreads and is the 'Good News' for all peoples. Though called the Acts of the Apostles, only a few are detailed in how God used them. Two main persons are Peter and Paul, even though others are mentioned. We can learn much from this record of God's Work through His people by the Holy Spirit.

Theme: The Establishment and Expansion of the Church

Key Verse: Acts 1:8

Suggested Outline:

I.  The Gospel to the Jews 1-7
II. The Gospel to Samaria 8-12
III.The Gospel to the World 13-28
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Main personage...
I.Peter 1-12
II.Paul 13-28