Studies in Acts
The posts listed here are studies in the book of Acts
- Acts - Studies from Acts, a history of the earliest church
- Being a Witness for Jesus Wherever You Are – Acts 1:8 - July 4, 2017 - Jesus' call to be his witness isn't just something expected of the first generation of believers. His call is to all who have experienced him.
- They’ve Had too Much Wine – Acts 2:13 - March 21, 2022 - Those unwilling to believe dismissed Pentecost as just too much wine. How like our world today in rationalizing away unwelcome truths.
- God’s Plan and Human Choice – Acts 2:23 - April 29, 2019 - God has a plan for your life that takes into account all of the choices you make. God uses human choice to accomplish his plan…
- Death Could Not Keep Him – Acts 2:24 - April 21, 2019 - Celebrate the empty tomb and risen savior today! Be thankful that his victory over death is ours as well. Death could not keep him, or…
- Jesus: Lord and Christ – Acts 2:36 - November 25, 2013 - As Peter declared, Jesus is both Lord and Christ. But each of us have to examine our own lives. Is Jesus truly my Lord?
- God has Made Jesus Lord and Messiah – Acts 2:36 - July 5, 2017 - Regardless of who you think Jesus is, God has made him both Lord and Messiah. And your response to that is of the utmost importance.
- The Example of the Early Church – Acts 2:42-47 - September 3, 2012 - The example of the early church provides us with a successful template for being the church today. Be devoted to God and the body of…
- They Devoted Themselves – Acts 2:42 - July 5, 2018 - What can we learn from the earliest church? They devoted themselves to the Word, to prayer, and to fellowship. What would happen if we did…
- No Silver or Gold. But What I Have, I Give You – Acts 3:6 - July 8, 2017 - While there is nothing wrong with giving money to the needy, how much better is it to give of yourself. It could make an eternal…
- Time Spent with Jesus Changes Us – Acts 4:13 - July 9, 2017 - Is the time you spend with Jesus obvious in the way you live your life? It should make a drastic difference in the way we…
- Transforming Ordinary People – Acts 4:13 - November 8, 2022 - Being filled with the Holy Spirit can transform ordinary people into spirit-filled believers who can accomplish great things.
- Which Is Right In God’s Eyes – Acts 4:18-20 - July 9, 2018 - How do you respond when people challenge your right to share your faith? Peter and John responded that it is better to do what is…
- Who Should We Follow? – Acts 4:19-20 - December 2, 2013 - We are often faced with a choice of who we should follow. God. Or the crowds around us. When they are in conflict, always follow…
- Speaking With Great Boldness – Acts 4:29 - February 28, 2022 - As believers in the Lord Jesus, we have the best news in the world. And we should be speaking out with great boldness to share…
- Great Fear Seized the Church – Acts 5:11 - July 7, 2021 - In the early day of the church a couple died after lying to God. And great fear seized the whole church. I wonder what would…
- The Cost of Obedience – Acts 5:29 - July 11, 2018 - Before taking a stand for Christ, be sure of your obedience. Don't confuse your own thoughts with his direction. And be willing to pay the…
- Counted Worthy to Suffer for Christ – Acts 5:41-42 - July 10, 2017 - Rather than complain when we feel slighted as Christians, we should learn to rejoice in suffering for the name of Christ.
- Resolving Dissension in the Church – Acts 6:1-7 - July 11, 2017 - While resolving dissension in the church will not guarantee growth. But allowing it to fester will insure that growth does not occur.
- Forgiveness Is An Expression of Love – Acts 7:60 - July 12, 2017 - Stephen sought God's forgiveness for those who where killing him. Forgiveness like that is truly an expression of love for other people.
- Following God’s Call – Acts 8:26 - July 16, 2018 - Would you follow God's call out into the desert? Especially if you are leaving an exciting work? Be willing to follow wherever God leads
- Are You a Follower of the Way – Acts 9:1-2 - July 14, 2017 - The earliest church called itself 'the Way'. The way to life, the way to truth, the way of Jesus. Are you a follower of the…
- Being Faithful in the Small Things – Acts 9:10-12 - July 23, 2018 - The example of Ananias teaches us that being faithful in seemingly insignificant ways can have a tremendous impact on the lives of others.
- Even On the Gentiles – Acts 10:44-46 - February 24, 2014 - Who are the Gentiles in your life? The ones that you would be amazed to see come to Christ? Is there anyone you would not…
- God Has Love, Even for the Gentiles – Acts 11:18 - June 15, 2020 - In the world of the New Testament, Gentiles were non-Jews, outside of God's love. In your world today, who do you consider to be a…
- First Called Christians – Acts 11:26 - July 16, 2017 - The believers were first called Christians in Antioch. If our communities would to coin a new name for us today, what would it be?
- Unexpected Answered Prayer – Acts 12:15 - July 17, 2017 - Are you ever surprised when God answers prayer? Those praying for Peter's release sure were. How often am I surprised at answered prayer?
- Seeking God’s Direction – Acts 13:2 - July 21, 2017 - How do you seek God's specific direction for your life or church? Try worshipping, fasting and prayer. It worked for Antioch.
- Forgiveness for All Who Believe – Acts 13:38-39 - November 17, 2022 - Through the blood of Jesus, shed on the cross, forgiveness of sins is available for all who believe and put their trust in him.
- Why Does God Allow Suffering? – Acts 14:19 - July 30, 2018 - While we might not understand all the reasons we, and other godly people, suffer, we should continue to trust him, even while we are suffering.
- We Must Go Through Many Hardships – Acts 14:22 - February 14, 2022 - I want life as a Christian to be easy. But Paul tells me that I must go through many hardships to enter the kingdom of…
- Saved by Grace Alone – Acts 15:11 - July 23, 2017 - Salvation is wholly a work of God; nothing I can do can add to what Christ does for me. It is by grace alone, through…
- God Can Use Our Failures – Acts 15:37-41 - November 20, 2022 - It is unfortunate that we so often divide over disagreements and disputes. But God can, and will, use even those to accomplish his purpose.
- Responding to a Beating with Worship – Acts 16:25 - August 2, 2018 - When you face challenges because you are a Christian, rather than complain, worship God. And never forget that others are watching your reactions.
- Believe in the Lord Jesus – Acts 16:30-31 - July 24, 2017 - He then brought them out and asked, “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?” They replied, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will…
- Examining the Scriptures – Acts 17:11 - July 25, 2017 - Is the Bible your authority in spiritual matters? Can you use it effectively? Do you examine them to verify other truth claims?
- God Made All the Nations – Acts 17:26 - March 7, 2022 - In God's sovereign plan for creation, he made all of the nations that exist, or have existed, for his own purposes.
- Responsibility for Sharing the Gospel – Acts 18:6 - July 26, 2017 - How much responsibility do I bear for the lost that I encounter but do not share Christ with? Am I a faithful watchman, giving a…
- Are You Known as a Disciple of Jesus? – Acts 19:15 - October 21, 2019 - Do the people, and evil spirits, around you know you as a disciple of Jesus? Or is your life no different than that of the…
- How to Change Society – Acts 19:26-27 - July 27, 2017 - We can most effectively change society through the gospel of Jesus Christ, rather than trying to legislate morality.
- Repentance and Faith – Acts 20:21 - July 28, 2017 - Paul's primary mission was to call people to turn to God in repentance and to have faith in our Lord Jesus. Should we not follow…
- Faithful in Running the Race – Acts 20:24 - August 15, 2018 - Are you running the race that God has laid out for you? Or are you distracted by the cares and concerns of life? Strive for…
- Innocent of your Blood – Acts 20:26-27 - June 29, 2020 - Paul has a significant message for teachers. Only by teaching the whole will of God can we be innocent of the blood of those we…
- Willing to Die for the Lord Jesus – Acts 21:13 - July 29, 2017 - How committed to faith in Christ are you? Are you ready to be bound, and to die for the name of the Lord Jesus?
- Avoiding a Beating – Acts 22:25 - July 30, 2017 - As believers in Jesus we should expect to suffer. But if we can avoid a beating, while remaining faithful to Christ, then do so.
- Follow Through on Commitments – Acts 23:12 - July 31, 2017 - How often do we fail to follow through on commitments we have made? Wouldn't it be better to count the cost first, before committing?
- Fearing the Consequences – Acts 24:25 - August 1, 2017 - Why do some people reject the God of the Bible? Could it be a fear of being accountable to him and the resultant consequences?
- A Dead Man Named Jesus – Acts 25:19 - August 2, 2017 - The world may see him as a dead man named Jesus. But praise God he is alive and well, and is at the right hand…
- The Promised Hope of Israel – Acts 26:6-8 - July 28, 2021 - The hope of Israel centers around Jesus the Messiah and what he did. All of the Law, the Prophets and their promises find fulfillment in…
- Demonstrating Repentance – Acts 26:20 - August 3, 2017 - Paul's message to all who was listen was to repent and turn to God. And then demonstrate their repentance with their actions.
- A Gracious Answer to Prayer – Acts 27:23-24 - August 20, 2018 - Can you expect an answer to prayer? I believe so, although not always what you expect. Our prayer can make a difference.
- Paul’s Prison Ministry – Acts 28:30-31 - August 27, 2018 - Paul spent two years under Roman arrest. But his prison ministry was fruitful. Don't let your circumstances keep you from serving God.
