Interpreting the Acts of the Apostles

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Interpreting the Acts of the Apostles Podcast

The Acts of the Apostles provides an authentic, inspired account of the spread of the early Christian church, giving focus to the themes of Witness to Jesus Christ and power in the Holy Spirit. The commission of Jesus Christ provides a key to understanding the book, "You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses both in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and even to the remotest part of the earth (Acts 1:8)." In this series, Bible teacher Michael Brent guides listeners through the structure and thought of Luke's narrative which serves as a context for defining and defending the gospel of Jesus Christ.

  1. EPISODE 1

    Acts 1:1-11 The Commission of Jesus Christ

    In Acts 1:1-11, Luke records Jesus commissioning the apostles and ascending into heaven, emphasizing the two major themes of Witness and Power in the Holy Spirit. The post Acts 1:1-11 The Commission of Jesus Christ first appeared on Observe the Word.

    41 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    Acts 1:12-26 The Replacement of the Twelfth Apostle

    In Acts 1:12-26, we consider how the small community of believers prepared themselves for the coming of the Holy Spirit. We also identify the overall structure of the book. The post Acts 1:12-26 The Replacement of the Twelfth Apostle first appeared on Observe the Word.

    45 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    Acts 2:1-21 Pentecost and the Holy Spirit

    In Acts 2:1-21, the Church is born in fire and Spirit at the Jewish Feast of Pentecost, and Peter takes his stand to speak to the multi-cultural assembly of Jews and seekers who gather at the sight. The post Acts 2:1-21 Pentecost and the Holy Spirit first appeared on Observe the Word.

    44 min

  4. EPISODE 4

    Acts 2:22-47 Pentecost and Witness to Jesus Christ

    In Acts 2:22-47, the Church is born through Peter’s witness to Jesus Christ empowered by the Holy Spirit. The result is a transformed community devoted to the Apostles’ teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread and prayer. The post Acts 2:22-47 Pentecost and Witness to Jesus Christ first appeared on Observe the Word.

    46 min

  5. EPISODE 5

    Acts 3 A Sign of Healing and Witness to Jesus Christ

    In Acts 3, Luke reports on one of the many miraculous signs being performed by the Apostles during the Jerusalem Awakening, giving us a second opportunity to consider Peter’s gospel message as he again follows up the miracle by speaking to the gathered crowd.  The post Acts 3 A Sign of Healing and Witness to Jesus Christ first appeared on Observe the Word.

    42 min

  6. EPISODE 6

    Acts 4:1-31 External Threat from the Jerusalem Establishment

    In Acts 4:1-31, the leaders of Jerusalem strike out against the new, vibrant Christian community. We consider these questions. What motivates the antagonism of the establishment? What enables Peter to stand so boldly in witness? How does the Christian community respond? The post Acts 4:1-31 External Threat from the Jerusalem Establishment first appeared on Observe the Word.

    48 min

  7. EPISODE 7

    Acts 4:32-5:16 Internal Threat of Hypocrisy

    In Acts 4:32-5:16, we consider the sharing of common property among the first Christians and take note of how seriously and severely God deals with the internal threat of hypocrisy. The post Acts 4:32-5:16 Internal Threat of Hypocrisy first appeared on Observe the Word.

    46 min

  8. EPISODE 8

    Acts 5:17-6:7 Further External and Internal Conflict

    In Acts 5:17-6:7, we consider another external threat from the establishment and another internal threat concerning the distribution of goods among believers. Tension heightens in Jerusalem as we reach the end of the first of six major sections of Acts. The post Acts 5:17-6:7 Further External and Internal Conflict first appeared on Observe the Word.

    41 min
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The Acts of the Apostles provides an authentic, inspired account of the spread of the early Christian church, giving focus to the themes of Witness to Jesus Christ and power in the Holy Spirit. The commission of Jesus Christ provides a key to understanding the book, "You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses both in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and even to the remotest part of the earth (Acts 1:8)." In this series, Bible teacher Michael Brent guides listeners through the structure and thought of Luke's narrative which serves as a context for defining and defending the gospel of Jesus Christ.

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