A better title would be the acts or the workings of the holy spirit, because he is the real main character of the book. The book of acts also describes the work of the two apostles peter and paul. New testament commentaries on the book of acts, by dr. In this episode we do a quick overview of the entire book, working through each of the sections, observing how they all fit together.
The book of acts shows how god fulfilled his ancient promises to. This blog began in 2008 when i was teaching through acts both at my church and in a semester class at grace. But peter said, ananias, why hath satan filled thine heart to lie to the holy ghost, and to keep. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading acts brazos theological commentary on the bible. Baker exegetical commentary on the new testament robert w. Providing a informed interpretation and unique application of the biblical text, fernandos work is widely considered one of the most useful treatments of acts in print today. Acts brazos theological commentary on the bible kindle edition by pelikan, jaroslav. In this video, pastor sarah introduces us to the book of acts in the bible and welcomes us to a sixweek online bible study. Luke, the author of the gospel of luke, was a doctor and gentile. We have gained these insights partly through spiritual numbers related to the order of books in the. At one time the gospel of luke and the book of acts were joined together as. Acts of the apostles introduction new testament matthew. Oct 04, 2016 watch our overview video on the book of acts, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Bock provides a substantive yet highly accessible commentary on acts in this latest addition to the acclaimed becnt series.
Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy. This commentary is very readable and features study questions after each major section, so it is suitable for personal and group study. Also available, the video bible books of john and matthew, and the story of jesus. By its opening words the acts of the apostles is linked in the clearest way with the gospel of luke. Top 5 commentaries on the book of acts ligonier ministries. Acts is an adventure story that describes the early days of the church. At bibleproject, we make animated videos that explore the books and themes of the bible. 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 of the early church.
Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The bible is one unified story that leads to jesus, but we dont always treat it that way. The basic training challenge the church then and now. Tim and i are working on a series of videos that will tell the story of jesus as recorded by luke in his gospel. In acts, jesus sends the holy spirit to empower his disciples as they carry. A list of the best commentaries on acts ranked by scholars, journal. However, we do not feel this is the best method for using the blue letter bible. Tom constables expository notes on acts this is also available in the net. 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. This seminarylevel study also retains its depth and uses an engaging interactive format. An immense amount of apostolic service is left unrecorded, and mention is made of just a few incidents which serve to show the way the spirit of god operated in bearing witness to the risen and exalted jesus, and in conducting the disciples into the fulness of christian blessing.
In acts, he told how the good news about jesus christ spread. In this video, well explore how jesus and the spirit renew the people of. The acts is an historical book, but it is not mere history. The best commentary on acts is the one by darrell bock baker academic 2007 in the baker exegetical commentary on the new testament series. 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 new bible commentary. Acts brazos theological commentary on the bible kindle. Acts is a fastmoving historical account of the first three decades of the church.
David guzik commentary on acts 1 describes the ascension of jesus into heaven. Acts commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. The book of acts tells how the multiethnic, international. In this new commentary for the belief series, awardwinning author and theologian willie james jennings explores the relevance of the book of acts for the struggles of today. This versebyverse bible study and commentary of the acts of the apostles the book of acts or simply acts is in depth but uses plain language that everyone can understand, as well as a format that will engage you. Book of acts versebyverse bible study and indepth commentary of the acts of the apostles in plain english for everyone to understand. In addition, there are topical studies on issues such as spiritual leadership, gods redemptive plan, and old testament character studies. The presence and working of the holy spirit is the dominating mark of the book of acts. We have provided this method as a convenience to our users. Click here to visit our frequently asked questions about html5 video.
Our purpose is to reveal that the book of acts is not only merely a history book, but also foreshadows end time events in detail. Acts of the apostles, the book of acts commentary, bible study and when the days of the pentecost were accomplished, they were all together in one place. Sabbath school study hour helping you get the most out of your sabbath school quarterly every week. Full bible movie the book of acts the visual bible, bible. This 12week practical study series from crossway orients the student to the near and far context, key questions, gospel glimpses, wholebible connections, and theological and practical implications for every section of the book of acts. In addition to the fire bible notes, we also released a commentary on the book of acts by pentecostal scholar stanley horton.
Experience the gospel through these powerful and entertaining films. Explore all of our free videos and resources by book, theme, or series here. The dates of the commencement and the end of the book are tolerably certain. Read acts commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Study the bible online using commentary on acts and more. Acts 1 in depth versebyverse bible study and commentary of acts chapter 1 in plain english. The worldrenowned amazing facts bible school will help you know gods word better than ever. This commentary has been through advanced checking. The genre of the book of acts is narrative history with several sermons. In the final video in our acts series, we trace pauls final journey to jerusalem and then into a roman prison. While some see acts as the story of the founding of the christian church, jennings argues that it is so much more, depicting revolutionlife in the disrupting presence. The title as we know it comes from the second century and only partially discloses the theme of. Read acts commentary using commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible.
Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. Introduction to acts, part 1 selected scriptures youtube. Acts commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole bible. While some see acts as the story of the founding of the christian church, jennings argues that it is so much more, depicting revolutionlife in the disrupting presence of the spirit of god. Acts 1 indepth versebyverse bible study and commentary of acts chapter 1 in plain english. Acts of the apostles, the book of acts commentary, bible study.
The same theophilus is addressed, and in the first chapter the story is resumed just at the point where the gospel left off, save that a few extra details are given of the lords words. May 05, 2017 in this new commentary for the belief series, awardwinning author and theologian willie james jennings explores the relevance of the book of acts for the struggles of today. You can find the best commentary on acts for you using the tools on the right side. Acts 5 but a certain man named ananias, with sapphira his wife, sold a possession,and kept back part of the price, his wife also being privy to it, and brought a certain part, and laid it at the apostles feet. Bock phd, university of aberdeen is research professor of. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a mighty wind coming, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting. Niv application commentary nivac 9780310494102 by ajith fernando.
For details about this sermon and for related resources, click here. Book of acts a prophetic witness we present to you the notion that the book of acts is a prophetic witness. This page provides a method to go directly to a commentary by a specific author. In my former book, theophilus, i wrote about all that jesus began to do and to teach. Study scripture verses with commentary, concordances, and use highlighting, underlining, take notes in the bible. The book of acts bible study guide chapter 1 of the bible study of the book of acts by patrick sipperly visit. Watch our overview video on the book of acts, which breaks down the. Content includes book studies on luke, ephesians, thessalonians, james, 1 samuel, john, and acts. Book of acts matthew henrys bible commentary concise.
Since i have had the chance now to teach through acts several times, i have put together a huge collection of commentaries and other resources for studying the book of acts. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. The book of acts bible study guide chapter 1 online bible study. Acts with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. In this video, well explore how jesus and the spirit renew the people of israel and prepare them to announce good news to the nations. With extensive research and thoughtful chapterbychapter exegesis, bock leads readers through all aspects of the book of actssociological, historical, and theological. The title as we know it comes from the second century and only partially discloses the theme of the document. Acts commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. Commentary on the book of acts of the apostles by matthew. We have with an abundant satisfaction seen the foundation of our holy religion laid in the history of our blessed saviour, its great author, which was related and left upon record by four several inspired writers, who all agree in this sacred truth, and the incontestable proofs of it, that jesus is the christ, the son of the living god. We do not recommend loose translations or oneman translations. Taken word for word from the text of the new international version and good news translations, acts appeals to all ages and offers educational, spiritual and entertainment value. About this book the writer most people agree that luke wrote acts.
Study acts using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Changed lives videos see how your gifts changed another life. A theological commentary on the bible willie james. Surely he took up our pain and bore our suffering, yet we. Providing a informed interpretation and unique application of the biblical text, fernandos work is widely considered one of the most useful treatments of acts in print. Read this book first after reading acts to make sure you can see the forest before exploring the trees. See all of our coronavirus resources here toggle navigation. Stein, editors volumes now available luke darrell l. In the book of the acts we see how the church of christ was formed and settled. The acts of the apostles is a unique and therefore crucial book of the new testament.
This 12week practical study series from crossway orients the student to the near and far context, key questions, gospel glimpses, whole bible connections, and theological and practical implications for every section of the book of acts. Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy english. Amazing facts 247 television station featuring the best in bible study streamed lived and ondemand. Most can be obtained from a good religious bookstore. Study acts 1 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Full bible movie the book of acts the visual bible, bible movie. 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 complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. Watch our overview video on the book of acts, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought.
You searched for the book of acts in the kjv bible. A good study bible we recommend the following features. Book of acts a prophetic witness bible numbers for life. Lesson 1 investigates the author, historical setting, and the theological background of the book of acts. Mar 28, 2012 in addition to the fire bible notes, we also released a commentary on the book of acts by pentecostal scholar stanley horton. Text, mp3 and video lessons and sermons in 50 languages. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of acts. It alone presents an extensive picture of early church life and history. However, we do not feel this is the best method for using the blue letter.