Acts

Question 1

Who was the author of Acts?

Answer 1

Luke - Greek physician and companion of Paul

Question 2

Who was the intended audience of Acts?

Answer 2

Theophilus - “Lover of God”

Question 3

What are the 3 major themes of Acts?

Answer 3

1. Missions - Proclaiming gospel to the world
2. Triumph of Christianity - Overcoming persecution of the Romans and some Jews - becoming strong
3. History of the Christian Church

Question 4

What was the Pentecost?

Answer 4

A Jewish harvest festival

Question 5

What are three signs of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost?

Answer 5

1. Roaring sound (wind) - Symbolizing Gods breath
2. Tongues of fire - symbolizes visible spirit
3. Speaking in tongues - “spiritual gift”

Question 6

What are the four abilities the Holy Spirit provides?

Answer 6

1. Gives us words to say
2. Spiritual gifts
3. “Teaches us all things”
4. Discernment - decision making

Question 7

What is sanctification?

Answer 7

Sanctification power: Conforming us to the likeness of Jesus Christ

Question 8

What are three aspects of a counselor?

Answer 8

1. Comfort
2. Guide
3. Source of strength

Question 9

What are the two ingredients for mission?

Answer 9

1. Passion - Peter and John cannot stop speaking about what they have seen and heard
2. Compassion - Jesus saw the crowds and felt compassion - for they were like sheep without a shepherd

Question 10

What are the five principles for effective mission?

Answer 10

1. Holy Spirit - our authority is from God - he will help our deficiencies
2. Platform - Taking advantage of divine appointments - Places where God has placed us
3. Salt - Lifestyle that preserves, disinfects, and leaves people thirsty
4. Light - Boldness in our faith
5. Know yourself and know your audience