Episode 104 - Acts 1-8:1a (Acts Part 1)

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In this episode, Chris and Robyn discuss the early chapters of Acts, focusing on the apostles, the arrival of the Holy Spirit, and the formation of the early Christian community.

Basic Bible Study | Acts 1-8:1a In today's podcast, join Chris and Robyn as they continue their discussion in Acts. Here is a breakdown of what was discussed: - a little chit-chat - recap of Matthew, Mark, Luke & John (Part 12) - The Book of Acts was written by the apostle Luke - The Book of Acts records how the believers are to work to spread God's Kingdom across the world - Judas was replaced with Matthias as an apostle with the other 11 - a disciple is a follower or leader while an apostle is a messenger or missionary - the Holy Spirit arrived on Pentecost; those who received it were able to speak in other languages - Jesus ascended 40 days after His Resurrection; the Holy Spirit came 50 days after the Resurrection; 10 days after the Ascension - we are currently living in the "last days" - the believers formed a community - when we repent, God promises not only to cleanse us of our sins, but to bring spiritual refreshment - Stephen, a Christian man, was falsely accused, arrested, and was stoned to death - what to read for next time “If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” (Romans 10:9)…

People in this episode

Hosts: Robyn, Amy

Guest: Chris

Topics covered

• Acts
• Bible study
• Christianity
• Holy Spirit
• Apostles
• Community of believers

Keywords

• Acts
• Holy Spirit
• apostles
• Christian community
• Bible study
• Pentecost
• Stephen
• Judas
• Matthias

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Book of Acts

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