The Church Alive
In a culture that often pulls us toward independence, the book of Acts calls us back to life together. This series explores how the early church lived with purpose, shared faith, and grew side by side — and what that means for us today. Join us as we rediscover the beauty, purpose, and power of the church — and find your place within it.
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Acts
Acts was written by Luke, a physician and careful historian who gathered firsthand accounts from early followers of Jesus. He also wrote the Gospel of Luke and traveled closely with Paul, witnessing many moments in the life of the early church.
Acts was likely written around AD 60–62, during Paul’s imprisonment in Rome. Luke appears to be writing while these events were still unfolding, as the book ends with Paul awaiting trial and does not record the outcome of his imprisonment.
The Book of Acts is found in the New Testament, immediately after the four Gospels. It serves as a bridge between the life of Jesus and the story of the early church.
The Book of Acts tells the story of what happened after Jesus’ resurrection and ascension. It shows how the Holy Spirit formed a community of believers and sent them into the world to live out the mission of Jesus.
Acts traces the church coming alive: moving from fear to boldness, from waiting to witness, and from Jerusalem to the ends of the earth. It’s the story of ordinary people empowered by God to carry His good news into everyday life.
Read the Book of Acts as a living story rather than a history lesson. Notice how the Spirit brings the church to life through ordinary people as the gospel spreads and communities are formed.
As you read, ask what God is doing and how He may be inviting you to take your next step of faith.
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