September 23. Reading 266. On To Europe Acts 16 “During the night Paul had a vision of a man of Macedonia standing and begging him, ‘Come over to Macedonia and help us’” (Acts 16:9). The course of history in many a region has been changed by the coming of theRead More …

September 22. Reading 265. Jerusalem Council Acts 15 “Paul and Barnabas were appointed, along with some other believers, to go up to Jerusalem to see the Apostles and elders about this question” (Acts 15:2). Differences must be faced and resolved. Overview A doctrinal dispute over whether Gentile believers must adoptRead More …

September 21. Reading 264. The Mission Begins Acts 13-14 “‘Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.’ So after they had fasted and prayed, they placed their hands on them and sent them off” (Acts 13:2-3). God still has a worldwide visionRead More …

September 20. Reading 263. God Intervenes Acts 12 “Now I know without a doubt that the Lord sent His angel and rescued me from Herod’s clutches” (Acts 12:11). God is involved with His people everywhere. Overview The Apostle James was executed by Herod Agrippa (12:1-2) and Peter was imprisoned, awaitingRead More …

September 19. Reading 262. Breaking The Barrier Acts 10-11 “You are well aware that it is against our law for a Jew to associate with a Gentile or visit him. But God has shown me that I should not call any man impure or unclean” (Acts 10:28). Social barriers toRead More …

September 18. Reading 261. Paul’s Conversion Acts 9 “This man is My chosen instrument to carry My name before the Gentiles and their kings and before the people of Israel” (Acts 9:15). Salvation first: service second. Overview Saul set off to stamp out Christianity in Damascus (9:1-2) but was convertedRead More …

September 17. Reading 260. Beyond Judea Acts 8 “A great persecution broke out against the church at Jerusalem, and all except the Apostles were scattered throughout Judea and Samaria” (Acts 8:1). The church that prospers under persecution crumbles when comfortable. Overview Intense persecution scattered Christians through Judea and Samaria (8:1-3).Read More …

September 16. Reading 259. The First Martyr Acts 6-7 “While they were stoning him, Stephen prayed, ‘Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.’ Then he fell on his knees and cried out, ‘Lord, do not hold this sin against them’” (Acts 7:59-60). The good sometimes die young. But never unnoticed. Overview ConflictRead More …

September 15. Reading 258. Reverential Awe Acts 5 “Great fear seized the whole church and all who heard about these events” (Acts 5:11). “Fear of God” is another way of saying that we take God seriously! Overview A husband and wife conspired to deceive the church—and were struck dead byRead More …

September 14. Reading 257. In Jesus’ Name Acts 3-4 “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk” (Acts 3:6). We can have the utmost confidence today in the power of Jesus’ name. Background Name. InRead More …