Acts
The history of the early church and the spread of the Gospel
Overview
The Jerusalem Church
Ch. 1-7The birth of the church at Pentecost and its early growth in Jerusalem
Key Verses: Jesus' ascension, Matthias replaces Judas
Expansion to Judea and Samaria
Ch. 8-12The Gospel spreads beyond Jerusalem through persecution and divine direction
Key Verses: Great persecution scatters church, Philip's ministry in Samaria
Paul's First Missionary Journey
Ch. 13-15Paul and Barnabas' first missionary journey and the Jerusalem Council
Key Verses: Commissioning from Antioch, Ministry in Cyprus
Paul's Second Missionary Journey
Ch. 16-18Paul's second journey with expanded team and entrance into Europe
Key Verses: Selection of Timothy, Macedonian call
Paul's Third Missionary Journey
Ch. 19-21Paul's extended ministry in Ephesus and final journey to Jerusalem
Key Verses: Powerful ministry in Ephesus, Riot of silversmiths
Paul's Imprisonment and Journey to Rome
Ch. 22-28Paul's trials, imprisonment, and transportation to Rome
Key Verses: Defense before the crowd, Trial before Felix
Chapters
Chapter 1
AscensionThe Ascension and Promise of the Spirit
Jesus ascends to heaven and promises the Holy Spirit
Key Verses: Acts 1:8, Acts 1:9, Acts 1:11
Chapter 2
PentecostPentecost
The Holy Spirit comes upon the disciples at Pentecost
Key Verses: Acts 2:4, Acts 2:38, Acts 2:41
Chapter 3
HealingPeter Heals a Lame Man
Peter heals a lame man and preaches about Jesus
Key Verses: Acts 3:6, Acts 3:16, Acts 3:19
Chapter 4
Holy SpiritPeter and John Before the Council
Peter and John are arrested and boldly testify before the Sanhedrin
Key Verses: Acts 4:8, Acts 4:12, Acts 4:20
Chapter 5
LyingAnanias and Sapphira
A couple lies about their offering and faces God's judgment
Key Verses: Acts 5:3, Acts 5:9, Acts 5:29
Chapter 6
DeaconsThe Seven Deacons
Seven deacons are chosen to serve the church
Key Verses: Acts 6:3, Acts 6:7, Acts 6:10
Chapter 7
MartyrdomStephen's Martyrdom
Stephen is stoned to death, becoming the first Christian martyr
Key Verses: Acts 7:55, Acts 7:59, Acts 7:60
Chapter 8
ScatteringPhilip and the Ethiopian
Philip leads an Ethiopian eunuch to faith in Christ
Key Verses: Acts 8:4, Acts 8:35, Acts 8:37
Chapter 9
ConversionSaul's Conversion
Saul encounters Jesus on the road to Damascus and is converted
Key Verses: Acts 9:4, Acts 9:15, Acts 9:16
Chapter 10
VisionPeter and Cornelius
Peter receives a vision and preaches to Gentiles
Key Verses: Acts 10:15, Acts 10:34, Acts 10:43
Chapter 11
Gift of GodPeter Reports to the Church
Peter explains his ministry to Gentiles and the church rejoices
Key Verses: Acts 11:17, Acts 11:18, Acts 11:21
Chapter 12
PersecutionHerod's Persecution
Herod kills James and imprisons Peter, but Peter is miraculously freed
Key Verses: Acts 12:5, Acts 12:11, Acts 12:23
Chapter 13
WorshipPaul's First Missionary Journey Begins
Paul and Barnabas are sent out from Antioch
Key Verses: Acts 13:2, Acts 13:3, Acts 13:9
Chapter 14
StrengtheningPaul Preaches in Antioch of Pisidia
Paul preaches in the synagogue and faces opposition
Key Verses: Acts 14:22, Acts 14:27, Acts 14:28
Chapter 15
God's KnowledgeThe Jerusalem Council
The church meets to decide on requirements for Gentile believers
Key Verses: Acts 15:8, Acts 15:11, Acts 15:19
Chapter 16
Holy SpiritPaul's Second Missionary Journey
Paul travels with Silas and meets Timothy
Key Verses: Acts 16:6, Acts 16:14, Acts 16:31
Chapter 17
NoblePaul in Thessalonica and Berea
Paul preaches in Thessalonica and Berea with different responses
Key Verses: Acts 17:11, Acts 17:24, Acts 17:30
Chapter 18
VisionPaul in Athens
Paul preaches to the philosophers on Mars Hill
Key Verses: Acts 18:9, Acts 18:10, Acts 18:28
Chapter 19
Laying on HandsPaul in Corinth
Paul ministers in Corinth and faces opposition
Key Verses: Acts 19:6, Acts 19:11, Acts 19:20
Chapter 20
Life's ValueThe Riot in Ephesus
A riot breaks out in Ephesus over Paul's ministry
Key Verses: Acts 20:24, Acts 20:28, Acts 20:32
Chapter 21
ReadinessPaul's Journey to Jerusalem
Paul travels to Jerusalem despite warnings of danger
Key Verses: Acts 21:13, Acts 21:14, Acts 21:39
Chapter 22
Jewish BackgroundPaul's Defense Before the Crowd
Paul addresses the angry crowd in Jerusalem
Key Verses: Acts 22:3, Acts 22:16, Acts 22:21
Chapter 23
Good ConsciencePaul Before the Council
Paul appears before the Sanhedrin and causes division
Key Verses: Acts 23:1, Acts 23:6, Acts 23:11
Chapter 24
The WayPaul's Transfer to Caesarea
Paul is transferred to Caesarea for his safety
Key Verses: Acts 24:14, Acts 24:16, Acts 24:25
Chapter 25
DefensePaul Before Felix and Festus
Paul defends himself before Roman governors
Key Verses: Acts 25:8, Acts 25:11, Acts 25:19
Chapter 26
Opening EyesPaul Before Agrippa
Paul testifies before King Agrippa
Key Verses: Acts 26:18, Acts 26:22, Acts 26:29
Chapter 27
AngelPaul's Voyage to Rome
Paul sails to Rome as a prisoner
Key Verses: Acts 27:23, Acts 27:24, Acts 27:25
Chapter 28
AppointmentPaul in Rome
Paul arrives in Rome and continues his ministry
Key Verses: Acts 28:23, Acts 28:28, Acts 28:30
About Acts
The history of the early church and the spread of the Gospel
Testament
New Testament
Author
Luke