Content includes book studies on luke, ephesians, thessalonians, james, 1 samuel, john, and acts. Most can be obtained from a good religious bookstore. He departs from a careful analysis of apostles experiences in jerusalem. The book of acts also describes the work of the two apostles peter and paul. Like the niv itself, the niv study bible is the work of a transdenominational team of biblical scholars more about the niv bible. Acts of the apostles verse by verse ministry international. The following outline is intended to be used while studying the book. The book of acts, sometimes called the fifth gospel, is a continuation of the gospel of luke. Sir william ramsay, after making a critical study of lukes writings, declared that luke was the greatest historian, ancient or modern.
Set 2 of bible study quiz questions with answers as a part of studies in acts. This seminarylevel study also retains its depth and uses an engaging interactive format. Like almost all the sermons recorded in the bible, what we have is a holy spirit inspired abridgment of a longer message. Its subject and intention is nicely summarised by the words of the lord in chapter 1. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. Preparation for the coming of the spirit, chapter 1 1. Acts 2, new international version niv the bible app. The apostle peter and a new character named cornelius. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. Tom constables expository notes on acts this is also available in the net.
The book of acts is the link between the gospels and the epistles. Acts of the apostles chapter 2 bible study duration. It has challenged our theology and the depth of our relationship with christ and the holy spirit. Book of acts versebyverse bible study and indepth commentary of the acts of the apostles in plain english for everyone to understand. Acts with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Some have suggested the book should be called the acts of the spirit, and truly every book. All confess the authority of the bible as gods infallible word to humanity. Acts of the apostles chapter two objectives in studying this chapter 1 to carefully consider the events surrounding the outpouring of the spirit on the day of pentecost 2 to examine peters first gospel sermon, and the evidence presented in it for the resurrection of jesus christ 3 to observe the response to the sermon, and what. Study 1 going through the book of acts words of life. It will help to keep the whole of the book before you as you work your way through each section. Acts 2 indepth versebyverse commentary and bible study of acts chapter 2 in plain english. In what city does the book of acts begin, and in what city does it end. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons.
Our story starts off where the gospel of luke left offjesus is back now that hes resurrected, jesus decides to hang out and chat with his disciples whom luke calls apostles for forty days. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. Acts chapter 2 explained discover the 66 books of the bible. Based on the end of chapter 1, there were about 120 people there, including men and women. Acts sequel to luke the structure of the books of luke and acts are closely tied. This focus on gods word did not quench the moving of the holy spirit. Acts is a bridge between the gospels and the epistles. Acts 2 kjv and when the day of pentecost was fully bible.
Jan 16, 20 study of the book of acts chapter 2 ivy baptist church. This is an interactive, versebyverse bible study and commentary of the acts of the apostles the book of acts or simply acts, which is the fifth book in the new testament of the bible. Bible study quiz questions set 2 acts facts book of acts. When the day of pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Jan 26, 20 welcome to ivy baptist churchs bible study on demand before beginning this study, please take an opportunity to download the worksheet for this bible study. What was the state of the 120 on the day of pentecost. From chapter to the end of the book, we have a somewhat detailed account of pauls missionary journeys and his experiences with different churches. Cornelius is a roman centurion hes in charge of 100 men based out of ceaseara, israel. Acts furnishes a ladder on which to place the epistles. Acts 2 commentary albert barnes notes on the whole bible. Chapter summary of the book of james james 1 confident stand what a christian has james 2 compassionate. Blue letter bible is a 501c3 nonprofit organization.
Book of acts bible study lessons course a free online bible study lessons about the history of the early church with examples of conversion. Study the bible online using commentary on acts 2 and more. This event is designated in the bible as the day of pentecost acts 2. This holy spirit of god fell on all the 120, male and female, and empowered them to be ministers of god.
The lord jesus christ at work by the holy spirit through the apostles in jerusalem, chapters 17 a. The book of acts course a, lesson 2 free bible study. While there are some areas of great detail of the acts of the apostles, many times you must use cross references to the gospels of matthew, mark, luke and john as well as some. Fifty days after the resurrection of jesus christ from death and the grave, and ten days after he ascended up into heaven, a great event took place, the equal of which the world has not witnessed since. Press the show answer button the answer will appear in its place. Handout acts 10 receive bible study notes by email from. In chapter 15, we have a report concerning the jerusalem council in which the issue concerning circumcision was discussed. Study of acts discussion notes chapter 8 introduction our study of the book of acts has been informative and challenging. The presence and working of the holy spirit is the dominating mark of the book of acts. Luke begins with a global perspective, dating the birth of jesus to the reign of the roman emperors in luke 2. Study of acts discussion notes chapter 9 introduction in chapter 9 of acts, luke begins to give a broader view of what is taking place in the new testament church.
Up to that hour of judgment and wrath, any who turn to christ as lord and savior will be saved see notes on romans 10. Jews came to jerusalem from the far reaches of the roman empire to worship god for this oneday event. In many ways acts is the most exciting book in the new testament because it is full of movement and interest. For it is written in the book of psalms, let his habitation be desolate, and let no man dwell therein. Acts chapter 2 commentary northwest college of the bible. The apostles and disciples prayed together until the day of pentecost.
The book is a continuation of the gospel written by luke. The niv study bible biblica the international bible. Welcome to ivy baptist churchs bible study on demand before beginning this study, please take an opportunity to download the worksheet for this bible study. In the first four chapters we have seen god introduce the holy spirit, empowering the disciples and opening the hearts of people. Next chapter of acts the book of acts, chapter 2 we hope that you find the content of the book of acts, chapter 2 from the douay rheims version of the catholic bible helpful to your bible studies and for references which allow you to read the books and individual verses of this chapter. The importance of the book of acts the importance of this second of lukes two. The niv study bible biblica the international bible society. Notes for acts chapter 10 johns title for chapter 10. Gods purpose is to get as many people as will come, into the kingdom of god. Luke is the writer, as he states in his introduction v. An understandable version of acts translation by william e. Concise presentation notes by charles dailey black underlined words match words in the bible text. Genesis exodus leviticus numbers deuteronomy joshua judges ruth 1 samuel 2 samuel 1 kings 2 kings 1 chronicles 2 chronicles ezra nehemiah esther job psalms proverbs ecclesiastes song of solomon isaiah jeremiah lamentations ezekiel daniel hosea joel amos obadiah jonah micah nahum habakkuk zephaniah haggai zechariah malachi.
In addition, there are topical studies on issues such as spiritual leadership, gods redemptive plan, and old testament character studies. Please take all courses in order as listed on our home page the computer will ask. Notes for acts blue letter bible study tools make reading, searching and studying the bible easy and rewarding. The new world translation of the holy scriptures is published by jehovahs witnesses. Study of the book of acts chapter 2 ivy baptist church. Both books are most easily tied to the geography of the book. They have sought to clarify understanding of, develop appreciation for, and provide insight into that word. Christianity submitted 1 hour ago by godhunterzero. The new testament without acts leaves a great, yawning gap. Preparation for the coming of the spirit, chapter 1.
Pentecost ii it is no longer a jewish thing a summary of chapter 10. Acts 2 the holy spirit comes at pentecost bible gateway. Acts 2 commentary, this commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, takes one through the new testament verse by verse. We do not recommend loose translations or oneman translations. Acts study noteschapter 1 watchtower online library. It was the day on which the holy spirit made a unique visit. A good study bible we recommend the following features. Wherefore of these men which have companied with us all the time that the lord jesus went in and out among us, beginning from the baptism of john, unto that same day that he was taken up from us, must one. Acts cliffsnotes study guides book summaries, test. And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith god, i will pour out of my spirit upon all flesh. This study is indepth but uses easytounderstand english and a question and answer format that will engage you. Acts 2 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary by albert barnes, a dedicated student of the bible, continues to be very popular even today.
The acts of the apostles is the only narrative found in the new testament apart from the gospels, and it tells the compelling story of how the lord grew and guided the early church. An overview of the book of acts the life of the early church is recorded and preserved for us in the book of acts and the epistles. Throughout acts, we have seen certain principals that have remained consistent. The book of acts is also the history of the birth, the founding, and the spread of the church from jerusalem to rome. Study scripture verses with commentary, concordances, and use highlighting, underlining, take notes in the bible. Write the five key words in acts on the board overhead or powerpoint. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. If the book of acts were gone, there would be nothing to replace it howson.
God pours out his holy spirit onto the waiting people. Acts 2 king james version kjv 2 and when the day of pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. It also records the transition of the church from being almost exclusively a jewish institution into becoming a gentile and an international institution. Here is a summary and overview of the book of acts. Studies in acts chapters 1 3 by francis dixon study verses. A better title would be the acts or the workings of the holy spirit, because he is the real main character of the book. Study guide for acts 2 by david guzik blue letter bible. A chapter by chapter bible study of the book of acts 2 acts the beautiful, amazing, powerful, weak, dysfunctional church table of contents scripture passage page 1.
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