Acts

The history of the early church and the spread of the Gospel

New Testament 28 Chapters Author: Luke
Holy Spirit Church Mission Persecution

Chapters

Chapter 1

Ascension

The 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

Ascension Holy Spirit Witness Power
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Chapter 2

Pentecost

Pentecost

The Holy Spirit comes upon the disciples at Pentecost

Key Verses: Acts 2:4, Acts 2:38, Acts 2:41

Pentecost Tongues Baptism Church Birth
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Chapter 3

Healing

Peter Heals a Lame Man

Peter heals a lame man and preaches about Jesus

Key Verses: Acts 3:6, Acts 3:16, Acts 3:19

Healing Faith Jesus' Name Repentance
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Chapter 4

Holy Spirit

Peter 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

Holy Spirit Boldness Jesus' Name Resurrection
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Chapter 5

Lying

Ananias and Sapphira

A couple lies about their offering and faces God's judgment

Key Verses: Acts 5:3, Acts 5:9, Acts 5:29

Lying Holy Spirit Judgment Testing God
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Chapter 6

Deacons

The Seven Deacons

Seven deacons are chosen to serve the church

Key Verses: Acts 6:3, Acts 6:7, Acts 6:10

Deacons Holy Spirit Wisdom Church Growth
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Chapter 7

Martyrdom

Stephen's Martyrdom

Stephen is stoned to death, becoming the first Christian martyr

Key Verses: Acts 7:55, Acts 7:59, Acts 7:60

Martyrdom Holy Spirit Vision Forgiveness
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Chapter 8

Scattering

Philip and the Ethiopian

Philip leads an Ethiopian eunuch to faith in Christ

Key Verses: Acts 8:4, Acts 8:35, Acts 8:37

Scattering Preaching Good News Belief
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Chapter 9

Conversion

Saul's Conversion

Saul encounters Jesus on the road to Damascus and is converted

Key Verses: Acts 9:4, Acts 9:15, Acts 9:16

Conversion Persecution Chosen Instrument Suffering
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Chapter 10

Vision

Peter and Cornelius

Peter receives a vision and preaches to Gentiles

Key Verses: Acts 10:15, Acts 10:34, Acts 10:43

Vision No Partiality Acceptance Fear of God
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Chapter 11

Gift of God

Peter 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

Gift of God Belief Repentance Life
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Chapter 12

Persecution

Herod's Persecution

Herod kills James and imprisons Peter, but Peter is miraculously freed

Key Verses: Acts 12:5, Acts 12:11, Acts 12:23

Persecution Prayer Angel Rescue
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Chapter 13

Worship

Paul's First Missionary Journey Begins

Paul and Barnabas are sent out from Antioch

Key Verses: Acts 13:2, Acts 13:3, Acts 13:9

Worship Fasting Holy Spirit Calling
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Chapter 14

Strengthening

Paul Preaches in Antioch of Pisidia

Paul preaches in the synagogue and faces opposition

Key Verses: Acts 14:22, Acts 14:27, Acts 14:28

Strengthening Faith Tribulations Kingdom
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Chapter 15

God's Knowledge

The Jerusalem Council

The church meets to decide on requirements for Gentile believers

Key Verses: Acts 15:8, Acts 15:11, Acts 15:19

God's Knowledge Holy Spirit Grace Salvation
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Chapter 16

Holy Spirit

Paul's Second Missionary Journey

Paul travels with Silas and meets Timothy

Key Verses: Acts 16:6, Acts 16:14, Acts 16:31

Holy Spirit Guidance Open Heart Attention
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Chapter 17

Noble

Paul in Thessalonica and Berea

Paul preaches in Thessalonica and Berea with different responses

Key Verses: Acts 17:11, Acts 17:24, Acts 17:30

Noble Eagerness Scripture Creator God
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Chapter 18

Vision

Paul in Athens

Paul preaches to the philosophers on Mars Hill

Key Verses: Acts 18:9, Acts 18:10, Acts 18:28

Vision Courage Speaking God's Presence
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Chapter 19

Laying on Hands

Paul in Corinth

Paul ministers in Corinth and faces opposition

Key Verses: Acts 19:6, Acts 19:11, Acts 19:20

Laying on Hands Holy Spirit Miracles Word of God
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Chapter 20

Life's Value

The Riot in Ephesus

A riot breaks out in Ephesus over Paul's ministry

Key Verses: Acts 20:24, Acts 20:28, Acts 20:32

Life's Value Ministry Gospel Oversight
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Chapter 21

Readiness

Paul's Journey to Jerusalem

Paul travels to Jerusalem despite warnings of danger

Key Verses: Acts 21:13, Acts 21:14, Acts 21:39

Readiness Imprisonment Death Lord's Will
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Chapter 22

Jewish Background

Paul's Defense Before the Crowd

Paul addresses the angry crowd in Jerusalem

Key Verses: Acts 22:3, Acts 22:16, Acts 22:21

Jewish Background Education Baptism Sins
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Chapter 23

Good Conscience

Paul Before the Council

Paul appears before the Sanhedrin and causes division

Key Verses: Acts 23:1, Acts 23:6, Acts 23:11

Good Conscience Division Pharisee Resurrection
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Chapter 24

The Way

Paul's Transfer to Caesarea

Paul is transferred to Caesarea for his safety

Key Verses: Acts 24:14, Acts 24:16, Acts 24:25

The Way Worship Law and Prophets Clear Conscience
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Chapter 25

Defense

Paul Before Felix and Festus

Paul defends himself before Roman governors

Key Verses: Acts 25:8, Acts 25:11, Acts 25:19

Defense Law Death Justice
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Chapter 26

Opening Eyes

Paul Before Agrippa

Paul testifies before King Agrippa

Key Verses: Acts 26:18, Acts 26:22, Acts 26:29

Opening Eyes Darkness to Light Forgiveness Testimony
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Chapter 27

Angel

Paul's Voyage to Rome

Paul sails to Rome as a prisoner

Key Verses: Acts 27:23, Acts 27:24, Acts 27:25

Angel Fear Not Caesar Faith
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Chapter 28

Appointment

Paul in Rome

Paul arrives in Rome and continues his ministry

Key Verses: Acts 28:23, Acts 28:28, Acts 28:30

Appointment Testimony Kingdom of God Convincing
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About Acts

The history of the early church and the spread of the Gospel

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Luke