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)
1 Peter 5:1–14: Humble Yourselves Under God’s Mighty Hand
As Peter concludes his letter, he summarizes an application to everything he has taught: humble yourselves under God’s mighty hand. (Exposition of 1 Peter 5:1–14)
1 Peter 4:1–19: Suffering According to God’s Will
To steel us for the suffering we will face in this life, Peter urges us to endure short-term suffering to gain eternal glory. (Exposition of 1 Peter 4:1–19)
1 Peter 3:8–22: Suffering for Righteousness’ Sake
As we seek to honor Christ among even the most unjust settings, Peter calls us to seek spiritual blessing through earthly suffering. (Exposition of 1 Peter 3:8–22)
1 Peter 2:11–3:7: Be Subject for the Lord’s Sake
As Peter considers different spheres of authority his message is consistent: Be subject to earthly authorities for heaven’s sake. (Exposition of 1 Peter 2:11–3:7)