Acts: Unlocking the Scriptures for You
In this new commentary for the Belief series, award-winning author and theologian Willie James Jennings explores the relevance of the book of Acts for the struggles of today.
By H. G. Liddell, R. Scott, and H. S. Jones. 9th edition. ... Marguerat, D. 1998 “Voyages et voyageurs dans le livre des Actes et la culture grécoMAMA romaine.” Revue d'histoire et de philosophie religieuses 78:33–59.
This book will be an ideal companion for students navigating Acts for the first time and a helpful resource for seasoned Acts scholars.
Most Bible commentaries take us on a one-way trip from the twentieth century to the first century.
Noted preacher and expositor James Montgomery Boice has created a unique blend of scripture insight, rich devotional application, and vivid illustration in this commentary on the book of Acts.
The book of Acts chronicles some of the most important events in Christian history: the scattering of Jesus’s disciples across the known world, the coming of the Holy Spirit, the birth of the early church, and more.
... because he was of the same trade , he stayed with them , and they worked together - by trade they were tentmakers . ... in the art of tentmaking , Aquila and Priscilla had packed up the tools of their trade and had made their way to ...
The Acts of the Apostles explores the story of the early church, from its inception in Jerusalem to the hub of the Roman Empire.
The power that you see in action in this book is the same power that can transform your life. As Phyllis J. Le Peau leads you through the pages of Acts, you will begin to understand what the Holy Spirit can do in you and in the world.
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This commentary on Acts, his magnum opus, may be the largest and most thoroughly documented Acts commentary available. Useful not only for the study of Acts but also early Christianity, this work sets Acts in its first-century context.
The first paperback editions to be published cover the heart of the New Testament, providing a wealth of information and research in accessible and attractive format.
The first paperback editions to be published cover the heart of the New Testament, providing a wealth of information and research in accessible and attractive format.
Acts highlights (1) the work of God through the exalted Jesus who grants the presence of the Holy Spirit; (2) the significance of Jesus who is Israel’s Messiah and the Savior of the world and who directs the expansion of the church; (3) ...
These accessible volumes break down the barriers between the ancient and modern worlds so that the power and meaning of the biblical texts become transparent to contemporary readers.
Setting the Stage: A short reflection to explain the context of the study. Exploring the Text: The Scripture reading for the lesson with related study questions. Reviewing the Story: Questions to help you identify key points in the reading.
The book of Acts, the divinely inspired history of the early church, is all this and more. In the author's words: One reason I love to study the book of Acts is its uniqueness. It is the sourcebook for the spread of early Christianity.
This exegetical study of the New Testament's most electrifying book explores the development of the early Church and the spreading flame of the Holy Spirit. A Preaching the Word commentary.
Illustrated throughout Brings the book of Acts to life Don't just read the Bible, 'see' it as well