NT Acts Test Flashcards
1
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Historical value of the book of Acts
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-People, towns, cities, islands, geography, politics, and customs are rich and offer information that is not in the New Testament
2
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Theological Insight of the book of Acts
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- Narratives surrounding the early preaching of Christ a body of teaching begins to emerge.
- Taken with the gospels and epistles it adds to the importance of Christian teaching and the witness of Christ.
3
Q
How to interpret the book of Acts
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-It is generally a historical narrative so that events should not necessarily be expected to be repeated in future history
4
Q
Who is the author of Acts?
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Luke
5
Q
When was Acts written?
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Probably no later than early 60’s
6
Q
What is the title of Acts and meaning of it?
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Title: Acts of Apostles
- Some maintain this is not entirely appropriate title as the book of Acts focuses mainly on Peter and the ministry of Paul
