Acts 5:12–16: A Compelling Gospel
In response to the judgment of Ananias and Sapphira, the fear of the Lord compels a response to Jesus, one way or another. (Exposition of Acts 5:12–16)
Acts 5:1–11: Testing the Spirit of the Lord
The terrifying story of Ananias and Sapphira teaches that the fear of the Lord drives out hypocrisy. (Exposition of Acts 5:1–11)
Acts 4:32–37: One Heart, One Mind, One Body
By leading individuals to give sacrificially to meet needs, the Holy Spirit unites the church in one heart, one mind, and one body. (Exposition of Acts 4:32–37)
Acts 4:23–31: Praying for Boldness
The early church sought boldness through prayer, since Christians must suffer boldly for Jesus. (Exposition of Acts 4:23–31)
Acts 4:1–22: No Other Name
The early church has an important lesson to impart: because there is no salvation outside of Christ, Christians can suffer boldly. (Exposition of Acts 4:1–22)
Acts 3:11–26: Repent Therefore
To those who witnessed the lame man healed, Peter emphasizes the gospel: Repent by turning from your sin and toward your Savior. (Exposition of Acts 3:11–26)
Acts 3:1–10: “The Lame Shall Leap”
Although Old Testament sacrifices and money have no power to heal, Jesus our High Priest removes all barriers that keep us from God. (Exposition of Acts 3:1–10)
Acts 2:42–47: Bountiful Sowing and Reaping
Life in the early church illustrates an important principle about life in the church: whoever sows bountifully will reap bountifully. (Exposition of Acts 2:42–47)
Acts 2:37–41: The Promise of the Gospel
In the great response of the people to Peter’s Pentecost sermon, the promise of the gospel cancels the condemnation of the law. (Exposition of Acts 2:37–41)
Acts 2:14–36: The Reign of the King
In his Pentecost sermon, Peter connects the resurrection of Christ to the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. King Jesus reigns through his Holy Spirit. (Exposition of Acts 2:14–36)
Acts 2:1–13: The Firstfruits of a Global Harvest
When 3,000 souls believe in Christ as the firstfruits, King Jesus proves that the nations are ripe for the Holy Spirit’s harvest. (Exposition of Acts 2:1–13)
Acts 1:12–26: The Holy Spirit for the Whole Church
Through prayer, the early church seeks the Holy Spirit and elects a replacement apostle, since God’s Spirit dwells in God’s church. (Exposition of Acts 1:12–26)
Acts 1:1–11: The Return of the King
The Book of Acts opens with a tone-setting description of Jesus’ ascension. King Jesus is reigning until his return. (Exposition of Acts 1:1–11)