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Acts

  1. Lesson One
    Overview of Acts (Acts 1–2, 7, 22–28)
    22 Activities
  2. Lesson Two
    A Gospel for Jews and then Gentiles
    23 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  3. Lesson Three
    The Gospel and Restoration
    25 Activities
  4. Lesson Four
    The Apostolic Church
    36 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  5. Lesson Five
    Author and Audience
    25 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  6. Course Wrap-Up
    Course Completion
    1 Activity
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    1 Assessment

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Acts Overview of Acts (Acts 1–2, 7, 22–28) In | Acts and Paul’s Letters
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Much of what we’ll see in the book of Acts is crucial background for Paul’s letters and those of other apostles like Peter, James and John. Paul in particular will play a large role in this book of the early history of the Church. Many aspects of Paul’s life will be introduced here and then referenced in his correspondence with different congregations. 

We’ll introduce you not only to particular events in Paul’s life, but also to aspects of his character and ministry. The list of passages from Acts below will provide you with links to various epistles. 

Paul’s LifeActsPaul’s Epistles
Paul persecutes Christians.7:59–8:11 Corinthians 15:19; Galatians 1:13, 23; Philippians 3:6
Paul preaches about “circumcision.”15:1-5Galatians 5:1-12; Romans 2:24-29; Philippians 3:2
Paul is willing to work with his hands.18:31 Thessalonians 4:1; 1 Corinthians 4:12
Paul is willing to die for Jesus.21:13Romans 14:8; Philippians 1:20-21
Paul preaches “the gospel of the grace of God.”20:24Romans 15:16; 1 Thessalonians 2:2, 8-9

Table adapted from: Lars Kierspel, Charts on the Life, Letters, and Theology of Paul, 2012, p. 32.