How does Acts 1:8 outline the book of Acts?
Acts centers around three great crusades:
1. Local Commission - witnesses in Jerusalem (1-7)
2. Regional Commission - witnesses in Judea & Samaria (8-9)
3. Global Commission - witnesses unto the uttermost part of the earth (10-28)
What is the main content of the book of Acts?
1. Story of the explosive worldwide growth of the early church. It is the account of the first men who heard the great commission and reveals what anyone can do who takes this commission seriously.
2. Historical and transitional bridge from Christianity a
What is the significance of the title of the book of Acts?
1. Has been titled Acts or Acts of the Apostles since AD 150
2. Acts is from the Greek "Praxeis" and it refers to the heroic exploits of outstanding men. It refers to the deeds of the apostles and the advancement of the Gospel.
What is the Theme of the book of Acts?
the evangelization of the world and the expansion of the church and the Gospel to the uttermost part of the earth.
What is the Key Word of the book of Acts?
Witness - found some 21 times in Acts
What is the Key Verse of the book of Acts? (Memorize)
Acts 1:8 - But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
What is the Key Chapter of the book of Acts?
Chapter 2 - Coming of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost
What is the chronology and date of the book of Acts?
Probably written in AD62 during Paul's first Roman imprisonment. Book of Acts lasts about 40 years, from Christ's ascension in AD 32,33 to just before Paul's trial.
What does the book of Acts picture?
The responsibility of every Christian and every church to witness for Christ.
Who wrote the book of Acts?
Luke. Acts is the sequel (second volume) of Luke. Luke was:
1. Beloved Physician
2. Missionary companion of Paul
3. Gentile, only gentile author of the New Testament
4. Precise Historian
5. Prolific Writer - Luke actually wrote more of the New Testament i
Who is the recipient of the book of Acts?
Theophilus - Name means "lover of God" and he was perhaps a prominent Gentile living in Rome.
What is the purpose of the book of Acts?
To be an apologetic or defense of early Christianity. This showed Romans persecution was due to religious opposition not political.
What does the word "Apostle" mean?
Authorized messenger or accredited proxy, with absolute authority to speak for the One who sent them.
Facts concerning the distinctions between the Old and New Testament covenant ministries of the Holy Spirit.
1. Spirit was being poured out in a new and greater ministry in the New Testament.
2. Additional blessings for NT believers individually and with corporate empowerment for NT churches.
3. Distinctions between OT and NT ministry has no bearing on salvation
What are the 4 aspects of Christ's return?
1. Visibly
2. Personally
3. Bodily
4. To the Mount of Olives
Be able to match Acts 4:12 and Acts 16:31
Acts 4:12 - Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
Acts 16:31 - And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house.
Be familiar with the Unlearned Human Language view of tongues.
1. Pentecost tongues were obviously unlearned human language
2. Peter said tongues at Caesarea were identical to tongues at Pentecost
3. Same vocabulary is used in Acts and I Cor. concerning tongues
4. Bible never redefines any distinction between Penteco
What is the purpose of tongues?
To be a sign of judgment to unbelieving Israel. Temporary setting aside of Israel for their rejection.
How does "tongues" as defined previously fit into the outline of Acts?
1. Jerusalem and all Judea - Acts 1-7
Acts 2 Tongues are spoken by Jews at Pentecost
Jews are warned of judgment if they don't repent
Israel's response - rejection grows
2. Samaria - Acts 8-9
3. Uttermost Part of the Earth - Acts 10-28
Acts 10 - tongues a
Israel's third warning brought final judgment
1. AD 70 destruction of Jerusalem. over 1 million Jews slaughtered, 2000 year dispersion.
2. Purpose of tongues completed at destruction of Jews
3. No tongues is mentioned in Church History after the fall of Jerusalem.
Who did and did not speak in tongues on the Day of Pentecost?
Not one of the 3000 converts on the Day of Pentecost spoke in tongues.
What is the outline of the Spirit's ministry?
1. Spirit outpoured on Pentecost
2. Spirit removed at the Rapture
3. Spirit outpoured at the second coming and the beginning of millennium kingdom.
Chapter ID's for chapter's 1-8
1. Ascension of Christ
2. Pentecost
3. Peter & John heal lame man and preach
4. Apostles arrested
5. Ananias & Sapphira lie & die
6. Deacons appointed
7. Stephen martyred
8. Philip evangelizes Samaria & Ethiopian Eunuch
Chapter ID's for chapter's 9-28
9. Saul converted
10-11. Cornelius (1st Gentile) converted
12. James martyred & Peter released
13-14. First missionary journey
15. Jerusalem council
16-18. Second missionary journey
19-21. Third missionary journey
22-28. Paul's imprisonment & voyage to Ro
Who was Matthias?
Man chosen by casting lots to replace Judas.
Who was Annas & Caiaphas?
Annas was the former High Priest. Caiaphas was the current High Priest. They were responsible for leading in the crucifixion of Jesus.
Who was Ananias & Sapphira?
Couple who lied about their giving and died as a result
Who was Gamaliel
Highly respected lawyer and teacher who also taught Paul
Who was Stephen?
Hellenistic Jew and first martyrdom of the church by stoning.
Who was Philip?
Became a missionary evangelist to Samaria where he opens the doors of the church to the hated Samaritans. He also led the Ethiopian Eunuch to Christ and baptism
Who was Simon the Sorcerer?
Powerful occult leader venerated by Samaritans as if he were almost a god. Attempted to buy with money the power of the Holy Spirit. He professed but did not possess Christ and became a heretic of the church.
Who was Dorcas?
Also known as Tabitha. Godly woman from Joppa with a gift of service by sowing clothes for widows. She dies and was raised again by Peter.
Who was Cornelius?
A Roman Gentile Centurion from Caesarea who commanded an army of 100 soldiers prayed and God sent Peter to witness resulting in the first Gentile convert.
Who was Herod Agrippa I?
Persecutor of the church. He beheaded James (first Apostolic martyr), and Imprisons Peter. He was struck with sickness and died of worms due to his arrogance. He was grandson of Herod the Great and nephew to Herod Antipas who beheaded John and mocked Jesu
Who was James the Apostle?
The First Apostolic Martyr beheaded by King Herod Agrippa I.
Who was Agabus?
Prophet who warned Paul of his being bound in Jerusalem. Also predicted famine in Jerusalem.
Who was Rhoda?
Young girl who out of excitement of Peter's voice failed to open the door and let him in.
Who was Ananias?
Lays hands on Saul and he receives his sight, was filled with the Spirit, and baptized.
Who was Barnabas?
First one to vouch for Paul, giving his conversion testimony and preaching results in Damascus.
Who was John Mark?
Nephew of Barnabas and author of the second gospel. He turned back on first missionary journey and Paul lost faith in him initially.
Who was Sergius Paulus?
Gentile governor of Paphos interested in hearing Christ. Eventually he was saved by ministry of Barnabas and Paul.
Who was Bar-Jesus (Elymas)?
Jewish sorcerer opposing the ministering to Sergius Paulus. Also named Elymas.
Who was James 1/2 brother of Jesus?
Pastor of Jerusalem church who handed down verdict of Jewish Counsel that the gospel had been given to the Gentiles and that they are not under the law. He handed down certain practices to abstain from and report went back to Gentiles.
Who was Silas?
Paul's missionary partner and 1 of 2 men sent by church to carry the commission of letters.
Who was Timothy?
Half-Jewish, Half-Gentile missionary partner whom Paul had circumcised to avoid being an offense to the Jews.
Who was Lydia?
Seller of purple, saved from the city of Thyatira. Became first European convert.
Who was Aquila & Priscilla?
Godly couple who were tent makers by trade and whom Paul stayed with while in Corinth.
Who was Apollos?
Bible teacher and disciple of John the Baptist who only knew of baptism of John. Was shown complete message of Christ and became pastor in the church at Corinth.
Who was Eutychus?
Man who fell asleep during Paul's sermon in Troas and fell from third loft, died, and raised again by Paul.
Who was Trophimus?
Gentile Ephesian whom people thought Paul brought into the temple thus defiling the temple.
Who was Felix?
Wicked governor with sinful indulgences. Interviewed Paul in Caesarea.
Who was Festus?
Took over as governor after Felix and sent Paul to Jerusalem to please the Jews.
Who was Agrippa II?
King who lived in incestuous relationship with his sister. After being preached to by Paul he declared, "almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian.
Who was Bernice?
Sister and wife of King Agrippa II
Who was Julius?
Kind Roman centurion who served as guard on Paul's prison ship.
Who was Publius?
Ruler of the island of Melita where Paul shipwrecked. Father became ill and Paul healed him.
Who was Nero?
Roman Emperor who beheaded Paul in AD 67
What problem was discussed at the Jerusalem Council?
Were the Gentiles to be under the law to be saved?
What are the reasons Acts 2:38 does not teach that Baptism is necessary for salvation?
1. Because of the preposition "for" ("eis")
"eis" does not necessarily mean "in order to obtain". It can also mean "because of obtaining". A wise rule is to never base a doctrine on a preposition.
2. Because "be baptized every one of you in the name of Je
In what chapter do we see Cornelius and the first Gentile believers saved and instantly filled with the Spirit and performing miracles, all before baptism?
Chapter 10
Paul's first missionary journey
1. Paphos - on island of Cyprus. Sergius Paulus saved and Bar-Jesus blinded
2. Perga (of Pamphylia) - John Mark leaves
3. Antioch (of Pisidia) - Paul preaches his first recorded sermon. Mad Jews reject and the glad Gentiles accept the Gospel.
4. Iconium -
First Missionary Journey
PPAILDA - Paphos, Perga, Antioch (Pisidia), Iconium, Lystra, Derbe, Antioch (Syria)
Paul's second missionary journey
1. Lystra - Timothy joins the team
2. Troas - Paul receives his Macedonian call and Luke joins the team.
3. Philippi - Conversion of Lydia, Demoniac girl, and the Philippian jailor. (Gospel reaches Europe)
4. Thessalonica - Paul preaches three Sabbaths in
Second missionary journey
LTPTBACE - Lystra, Troas, Philippi, Thessalonica, Berea, Athens, Corinth, Ephesus
Paul's third missionary journey
1. Ephesus - (3 years) Paul encounters: some disciples of John the Baptist, failed exorcism attempt by the sons of Sceva, burning of occult objects, and the riot by the defenders of Diana. (Writes 1 Corinthians)
2. Philippi - (1 year) Paul preaches throug
Third missionary journey
EPCTMTC - Ephesus, Philippi, Corinth, Troas, Miletus, Tyre, Caesarea
Match the following places with their locations on the map.
1. Jerusalem
2. Antioch of Syria
3. Tarsus
4. Ephesus
5. Philippi
6. Thessalonica
7. Athens
8. Corinth
9. Rome
10. Cyprus
11. Crete
12. Antioch of Pisidia
13. Iconium
14. Lystra
15. Derbe