The book of acts niv bible study commentary

This versebyverse bible study and commentary of the acts of the apostles the book of acts or simply acts is indepth but uses plain language that everyone can understand, as well as a format that will engage you. Book of acts bible study for childrens sunday school. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading acts the. Contextual overview 1 in my former book, theophilus, i wrote about all that jesus began to do and to teach 2 until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the holy spirit to the.

A free bible version and commentary on the book of acts in easyenglish. The book of acts provides a bridge for the writings of the nt. In my former book, theophilus, i wrote about all that jesus began to do and to teach until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the holy spirit to the apostles he had chosen. Often referred to as a onebook pentecostal library, the fire bible contains 77 theme articles, 45 maps and charts, introductions to each book of the bible, and pentecostal study notes. Handout acts 27 receive bible study notes by email from. The kids ages 7 have been entertaining themselves in various ways. You would pick up your bible and see the ministry of jesus ending in the gospel of john. Study guide for acts 1 by david guzik blue letter bible.

Bob is a pastorteacher and elder at community bible chapel in richardson, texas, and has. Luke wrote the gospel according to luke and the book of the acts of the apostles the book of acts is a continuation of the record luke began in the gospel of luke. Acts the niv application commentary book 5 kindle edition by fernando, ajith. Bobdeffinbaugh graduated from dallas theological seminary with his th. We have just added many new sources, including the expositors bible commentary, bengels gnomon, langes commentary, hastings great texts and. For a comprehensive study of the history of criticism of the book of acts see w.

In my former book, theophilus, i wrote about all that jesus began to do and to teach until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving. With bible gateway plus, you gain instant access to a digital bible study library, including complete notes from the niv cultural backgrounds study bible and. The beautiful, amazing, powerful, weak, dysfunctional church a chapterbychapter bible study of the book of acts 6 acts 1 50 days 1. This seminarylevel study also retains its depth and uses an. All christians go through periods when we dont feel gods presence. Contents viii a note to readers ixx introduction to the new living translation xvv why the life application study biblee is unique xviii what is application. Verse 9 stephen continued his lesson about history. A good study bible we recommend the following features. Acts the niv application commentary book 5 and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. Book of acts versebyverse bible study and indepth commentary of the acts of the apostles in plain english for everyone to understand. Acts 2 indepth versebyverse commentary and bible study of acts chapter 2 in plain english.

The niv application commentary series helps with both halves of bible study. Study scripture verses with commentary, concordances, and use highlighting, underlining, take notes in the bible. The very name book of acts implies that christianity is anything but passive. Written by wellknown and popular theologians, bible commentaries aid in the study of scripture by providing explanation and interpretation of biblical text. What can we learn and apply from the book of acts today. Perhaps luke was using it to mean any christian reader. Acts 1, new international version niv the bible app. Acts of the apostles free sermon outlines and bible studies. An integrated digital bible study library including complete notes from the believers bible commentary and the cultural. Imagine what it would be like if the book of acts were missing. Acts 7 niv stephens speech to the sanhedrin bible gateway. A history of the criticism of the acts of the apostles. Study acts 1 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Several questions can be answered from the first 2 verses.

We do not recommend loose translations or oneman translations. Imagine what it would be like if the book of acts wasnt in the bible. Acts chapter 27 is a great chapter to read during lifes difficult times. In acts nivac experienced international church planter and nt scholar ajith fernando brings both his outstanding scholarship and church planting experience to bear on the book of acts, the historical crux.

But it is more likely that theophilus was a real person. By diligent study he had become mighty in the scriptures. Acts is the second book in the history that luke wrote. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Yet, when he came to ephesus he was not wellinformed as to gods intervention in christ. Ancient books were generally written on papyrus scrolls. The book of acts demonstrates jesus christs promise and his commission to the church being fulfilled. Acts with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. As a second volume to lukes gospel, it joins what jesus began to do and to teach 1. Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy. Ajith fernando shares perspectives on the book of acts that reveal its enduring. Verse 1 luke referred to his gospel here as my first book. While there are some areas of great detail of the acts of the.

Like the niv itself, the niv study bible is the work of a transdenominational team of biblical scholars more about the niv bible. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. My life group started studying the book of acts at homes. Commentary on the book of acts of the apostles by matthew. This book is one of the latest in the college press niv commentary set. In order to ascertain the purpose of the book of acts, we must start with the realization that acts is the second part of a two part work. T he book of acts in the bible, written around 6263 a.

The book of acts bible study guide chapter 1 online. Acts 6, new international version niv the bible app. Most commentaries focus on the original meaning of the bible but dont discuss its contemporary application. Acts of the apostles bible study notes, commentary, and comments. In the first verse of the book of acts the author mentions the fact that he has already written an earlier report concerning all things which jesus began both to do and to teach, until that day in which he was. In addition, there are topical studies on issues such as spiritual leadership, gods redemptive plan, and old testament character studies.

Acts is a fastmoving historical account of the first three decades of the church. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or. In those two years, luke had plenty of time to research and write his gospel and the book of acts. Jesus taken up into heaven in my former book, theophilus, i wrote about all that jesus began to do and to teach until the day he was taken up to. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. Most can be obtained from a good religious bookstore. The niv study bible biblica the international bible. Book of acts read, study bible verses online bible study tools. Making a quick and continuous connection between faith and action, the firstcentury church grew from a handful of. The god of the bible study of the father, son, and holy spirit. Our group has grown, though, and will be using rooms at the. Acts 1 new international version niv jesus taken up into heaven. All confess the authority of the bible as gods infallible word to humanity.

Content includes book studies on luke, ephesians, thessalonians, james, 1 samuel, john, and acts. Bibles niv, rsv, neb, cev, the good news bible, j b phillips new testament in modern english, new. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy english.