Book guide

Acts

The gospel goes to the nations

At a glance

Writer: Luke, the writer of the third Gospel (; ).
When: c. AD 62.
Setting: Jerusalem to Rome, about 30 years.

Sources: ;

The shape of the book

1JerusalemPentecost and the first church.Acts 1–7 →
2Judea and SamariaPhilip, Saul's conversion, Cornelius.Acts 8–12 →
3Paul's journeysThe gospel to Asia and Europe.Acts 13–21 →
4Paul on trial and to RomeWitness before kings, shipwreck, Rome.Acts 21–28 →

Key themes

The Holy Spirit

Ye shall receive power ().

Witness

We cannot but speak ().

Jews and Gentiles in one church

God is no respecter of persons (; ).

Key verses

How it points to Christ

✦Christ continues His work from heaven by His Spirit. (; )

Note: Only links the New Testament itself makes are listed.

Questions for reflection

What marks the church in ?
How does the Spirit lead the mission outward?
What changed Saul?
How can you be a witness where you are?