Book of Acts: The Story of the Early Church

By Rose Publishing

Enjoy having a quick overview of the entire Book of Acts at your fingertips with this Bible study pamphlet!

Featuring quick-reference charts, simple summaries, and timelines, you’ll see key information at a glance as you dive into the inspiring stories of the early church and its key leaders (Peter and Paul)! Experience the peace that comes from knowing that God equips, empowers, and encourages us to fulfill His plan and calling for our lives!

Enjoy these key features:

• Easy-to-Understand

. Get a solid overview on the entire book of Acts (Features outlines, summaries, key themes, key leaders, key insights, and more)!

Packed with Visuals

. Features a full-color map and a timeline of major events, including the receiving of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, the stoning of Stephen, and the Apostle Paul’s conversion.

Simple & Quick

. Enjoy having quick-reference charts covering key passages, key speeches by Peter, Paul’s 3 missionary journeys, and more!

Relevant

. Find out the 5 keys to cultivating a godly community, 9 basic beliefs of the Gospel, 12 identifying traits of Jesus Christ, and the 3 defining attributes of the Holy Spirit. *Easily fits inside most Bible covers—Adds depth to any New Testament study! Perfect for personal use, small group studies, and to use as a quick-reference.

Charts, Tables and Helpful Visual Tools to Convey Information At a Glance—

• An outline of the entire book of Acts
• Time line of major events in the book of Acts
• Map showing the spread of Christianity during the first century
• Charts showing loads of information at a glance, covering:
  
  • Each of Peter’s main speeches
  • Peter and Paul’ ministries and actions
  • Each of Paul’s missionary journeys, including where he went, who he was traveling with, his route, and more

Book of Acts Provides Background Information Covering—

• Answers to Common Questions:

Who wrote Acts? When was the book of Acts written? For whom was the Acts of the Apostles written?

The Foundation and History

of the Early Church, Including Key events:

• Jesus’ ascension to heaven
• The receiving of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost
• The stoning of Stephen, and more

Key early church leaders:

apostle Paul, Peter, Stephen, Barnabas, Silas, and more

Key mission movements

of the early church to: Jerusalem, Philippi, Athens, Corinth, Ephesus, Rome, Asia Minor, Judea, Samaria, Joppa, Caesarea, Phoencia, Cyprus, Antioch, Greece, Lebanon, and more

Key beliefs

: the 9 basic components of the Gospel, the 5 essential characteristics of God, 12 identifying traits of Jesus Christ, and the 3 defining attributes of the Holy Spirit

Key practices of the early church

: worship, sharing possessions with others, fellowship, and baptism14 panels, fits inside most Bibles, 8.5 x 5.5 inches, unfolds to 38 inches long.

From the outpouring of the Holy Spirit to the first martyr through to the foundation of the early church, this Book of Acts Bible Study Pamphlet is packed with inspiring stories and essential principles we all should learn as Christians.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers
• Release date: Oct 9, 2013
• ISBN: 9781596369849

Book preview

Acts

Accordian fold image of pamphlet

THIS HANDY EBOOK:

Provides background information on the Book of Acts: who wrote it, when, and why?—in less than 30 minutes.

Explains the foundation and history of the early church, including key events, leaders, mission movements, and beliefs.

Features helpful visual tools, such as an outline of the entire book of Acts, time line of key events, charts, and a map of Paul’s missionary journeys.

CONTENTS

Summary

Chapter 1: The Beginning of Christianity

Back to the Beginning

Outline

The Gospel in the Book of Acts

The Good News

Chapter 2: The Main Characters

God: The Center of the Christian Story

Jesus: The Kingdom of God and the Mission

The Church

Stephen: The First Christian Martyr

The Leaders of the Mission

Chapter 3: The Mission to the World

The Apostle Peter and the Mission

The Apostle Paul and the Mission

Paul's Missionary Journeys

Chapter 4: Our History and Heritage

The Beginning of Christianity

Jesus’ disciples were riding a roller coaster of emotions and insights. First there was the hope and expectation raised by Jesus’ life and ministry. Then it all seemed to go so wrong with his horrible death, only to turn right side up once and for all with the resurrection! But their new joy lasted only a few days when they gathered