Category: Acts

Acts 4:18-20 is about the tension between following man-made rules and following what is perceived as God’s will, emphasizing the importance of obeying God rather than obeying human authorities. 18 So they called them and charged them not to speak or teach at all in the name of Jesus. 19 But Peter and John answered…

26 Now an angel of the Lord said to Philip, “Rise and go toward the south to the road that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza.” This is a desert place. 27 And he rose and went. And there was an Ethiopian, a eunuch, a court official of Candace, queen of the Ethiopians, who was…

Acts 2:36 is about proclaiming the truth that Jesus, whom the people crucified, has been made both Lord and Messiah by God, calling for repentance and faith in Him for the forgiveness of sins and receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit. 36 Let all the house of Israel therefore know for certain that God…

Acts 2:39 is about the promise of salvation being available not only for those present at Pentecost, but for all future generations who accept the message and repent. 39 For the promise is for you and for your children and for all who are far off, everyone whom the Lord our God calls to himself.”…

Acts 3:1 is about Peter and John going to the temple to pray and encountering a man who was lame from birth, leading to a powerful display of the healing power of Jesus Christ. 1 Now Peter and John were going up to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour. Setting the…

is about the disciples in Ephesus who received the Holy Spirit and were baptized by Paul, symbolizing their acceptance of the new faith and the empowerment to spread the gospel. And it happened that while Apollos was at Corinth, Paul passed through the inland country and came to Ephesus. There he found some disciples. 2…

Acts 5:41 is about the apostles rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer disgrace for the name of Jesus. 41 Then they left the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer dishonor for the name. Setting the Scene for Acts 5:41 In Acts chapter 5, we find the apostles…

Acts 16:15 is about the generosity and hospitality of Lydia, a devout woman whose heart was opened by God to receive the message of Paul, demonstrating the importance of an open and receptive spirit in embracing the teachings of faith. 15 And after she was baptized, and her household as well, she urged us, saying,…

Acts 2:43 is about the awe and miracles that were taking place among the believers after the day of Pentecost, showcasing the power and presence of God. 43 And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. Setting the Scene for Acts 2:43 In Acts chapter 2,…

Acts 5:31 is about the exaltation of Jesus to the right hand of God as Savior and Leader, offering repentance and forgiveness of sins to all who believe in him. 31 God exalted him at his right hand as Leader and Savior, to give repentance to Israel and forgiveness of sins. Setting the Scene for…