Stephen did not fear the leaders of Israel because of a resurrected Jesus.

They shared in each other’s lives and God poured out His grace on this faith community.

Peter and John stood firm despite tremendous pressure and the threat of persecution.

When questioned about the healing, Peter took this opportunity to proclaim a resurrected Jesus.

Because he experienced a resurrected Jesus, Peter was bold in declaring the Good News!

Luke gives us an intimate glimpse into the life of the early church.

It is our task to be His witnesses.

They were baptized and immediately embraced by the community of disciples.

Peter then gave the first evangelistic sermon in the history of the church.

The first phase of the mission outlined by Jesus was underway.

Live each day as if it were our last on earth.

It is enough for us to know that He surely will come!

He makes it clear that His second coming will be unmistakable.

Jesus goes on to give more details surrounding His second coming and the end of the age.

It a common temptation to focus on physical buildings instead of spiritual kingdoms.

His final words were, once again, about the central mission of His followers.

Jesus said, “blessed are those who have not seen Me and will believe.”

The disciples were overjoyed when they saw the Lord.