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The Book of Acts

  1. Lesson One
    The Background of Acts
    3 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  2. Lesson Two
    The Structure and Content of Acts
    3 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  3. Lesson Three
    Major Themes of Acts
    3 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  4. Course Wrap-Up
    Course Completion
    1 Activity
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    1 Assessment

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The Book of Acts Major Themes of Acts Overview and Objectives
Lesson 3, Activity 1

Overview and Objectives

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Lesson Overview

The Book of Acts tells us of an exciting period of the expansion of the Church. But do the amazing experiences of that time necessarily set a pattern for us today? This course will help you answer some difficult questions about the work of the Holy Spirit and the ministry of the Church. It explains the background, structure, and content of the Book of Acts, including a study of the major themes, as well as guidelines for applying the lessons of Acts today.

Lesson Objectives

When you complete this lesson, you should be able to:

  • Express personal thoughts and attitudes regarding what The Book of Acts has to teach about the Holy Spirit, the apostles, and the Church
  • Identify key principles regarding the Holy Spirit, the apostles, and the Church as found in The Book of Acts
  • Analyze Paul’s speech in Acts 17
  • Analyze a contemporary video sermon in the light of the teachings of Acts
  • Express what this lesson has meant to them personally

Personal Reflection

As you proceed through this lesson have the following question in mind.
How does the Holy Spirit empower people today to live transformed lives and to evangelize the world? In what ways have you experienced the empowerment of the Holy Spirit?