This free 4-part sermon series on Acts depicts the expansion of the early church and helps us see how we can continue advancing the gospel.
THIS FREE CURRICULUM INCLUDES:
— 4-Part sermon script
— Bible Study and Small Group Discussion Guide
— 4-part video message
— Branding Graphics
— Social Media Graphics
THIS IS HOW THE FREE SERMON SERIES ON ACTS BREAKS DOWN:
PART 1: PETER AT PENTECOST
The Book of Acts carries its name for a reason. It’s all about action. Every page is packed with power and adventure. Acts, written by Luke, continues the story of the Church’s expansion after Christ, from its humble beginnings in Jerusalem to the rapid spread of the gospel throughout the Roman Empire. Here is the cool thing, though. The action that started in Jerusalem is still going on all over the world. Let’s take a look at the story of Pentecost to learn two character traits of Kingdom recruits.
Scripture: Acts 2:1-7; 41
PART 2: STEPHEN IS EXECUTED
After the miraculous events of Pentecost, the early apostles spread to different cities, preached the gospel, and dealt with a lot of persecution along the way. Why? Because the Jewish leaders hated Jesus. A young preacher named Stephen found himself in front of the toughest crowd I could imagine: the council that elected to have Jesus executed. Unwaveringly, he challenged them on their disbelief, spoke with fiery words, and leveraged skilled arguments to present proof for Jesus. Did everyone repent as they had at Pentecost? No. Sadly, this sermon turned into a siege. This story gives us two key defenses for life’s battles.
Scripture: Acts 7:54-59
PART 3: PAUL MEETS JESUS
Luke mentions over 180 individual names in his two books recounting our history as the Church. Why would he mention so many names? He understands that Spirit-empowered individuals create a universe-shifting impact. So, how can we make an impact as individuals? Let’s draw from the story of Paul to identify three key steps towards personal and communal revival.
Scripture: Acts 9:1-5, 18-20
PART 4: PAUL PREACHES JESUS
Paul’s ministry was defined by a close-knit community. We can see this by the fact that he almost always had a partner on his trips. They preached together, traveled together, and even got arrested together. Paul and his friend Silas were thrown into prison, but their faith produced a miracle that changed lives. The story of Paul and Silas proves that praise and worship were integral to the early Church’s expansion. Wherever they went, worship followed. Through this lens, we can examine our own lives, discovering three vital lessons about the importance of praise in our journeys.
Scripture: Acts 16:23-31
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