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Commit to studying and personally applying Acts. I. Preparation for the Birth of the Church (1:1–26). A. Jesus instructs His disciples (1:1–8). 1. Wait for the Promised One (1:1–5). 2. Bear witness of Jesus (1:6–8). B. Jesus ascends to Heaven (1:9–11).
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I. Preparation for the Birth of the Church (1:1–26) A. Jesus instructs His disciples (1:1–8) 1. Wait for the Promised One (1:1–5) 2. Bear witness of Jesus (1:6–8) B. Jesus ascends to Heaven (1:9–11) C. God chooses a new apostle (1:12–26)
II. Establishment of the Church through the Gospel (2:1–47) A. The Holy Spirit comes (2:1–13) B. Peter explains the gospel (2:14–36) C. People respond to the gospel (2:37–47) 1. Immediate response (2:37–41) 2. Ongoing response (2:42–47)
The fruits of the Spirit will be evident in your life. • You will be sensitive to the Spirit’s leading. • You will be convicted of your sin and seek God’s forgiveness. • You will give God the glory for ministry success. • You will live with humble dependence on God.
Commit to studying and personally applying Acts. Serve God by the Spirit.