The Book of Acts
An interactive, chapter-by-chapter journey through Acts 1–28 — the story of the early church, the work of the Holy Spirit, and the gospel spreading across the world. Each chapter includes a summary, the main characters, a key verse, lessons, and discussion questions for personal or group study.
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Whole-Book Overview
Acts: The Whole Story — the big movements, key people, and themes of Acts before you begin the chapters.
Open overview → Chapter 1Waiting and the Promise of the Spirit
Jesus ascends to heaven and tells his followers to wait for the Holy Spirit.
Open study → Chapter 2Pentecost and the Birth of the Church
The Holy Spirit fills the believers at Pentecost, and thousands respond to Peter's message.
Open study → Chapter 3Healing at the Temple Gate
Peter and John heal a man unable to walk, and Peter preaches about Jesus.
Open study → Chapter 4Boldness Before the Council
Peter and John are arrested and testify boldly before the religious leaders.
Open study → Chapter 5Integrity, Power, and Opposition
The deceit of Ananias and Sapphira, growing signs, and renewed persecution test the church.
Open study → Chapter 6Serving Together and Stephen's Witness
Seven are chosen to serve, and Stephen's bold witness begins to stir opposition.
Open study → Chapter 7Stephen's Speech and Martyrdom
Stephen recounts Israel's story, confronts the council, and becomes the first martyr.
Open study → Chapter 8The Gospel Scatters and Spreads
Persecution scatters believers, and the message reaches Samaria and an Ethiopian official.
Open study → Chapter 9The Conversion of Saul
Saul encounters the risen Jesus and is transformed from persecutor to preacher.
Open study → Chapter 10Good News for the Gentiles
Through visions, Peter brings the gospel to Cornelius and his household.
Open study → Chapter 11The Church Embraces the Gentiles
Peter explains his actions, and a thriving new church rises in Antioch.
Open study → Chapter 12Persecution and a Miraculous Rescue
Herod attacks the church, but God delivers Peter from prison.
Open study → Chapter 13The First Missionary Journey Begins
Barnabas and Saul are sent out, and Paul preaches across Cyprus and Antioch.
Open study → Chapter 14Mistaken for Gods, Faithful Through Suffering
Paul and Barnabas preach, are wrongly worshiped, and endure hardship for the gospel.
Open study → Chapter 15The Jerusalem Council
Leaders gather to decide how Gentile believers belong in the community.
Open study → Chapter 16The Gospel Comes to Philippi
Paul's team reaches Macedonia, where Lydia, a slave girl, and a jailer are changed.
Open study → Chapter 17Reasoning in the Marketplace of Ideas
Paul engages thinkers in Thessalonica, Berea, and Athens with the message of Jesus.
Open study → Chapter 18Building Up the Church in Corinth and Ephesus
Paul ministers in Corinth, is encouraged by God, and Apollos is mentored.
Open study → Chapter 19The Word Spreads and Confronts Idolatry in Ephesus
Paul's ministry in Ephesus brings transformation and stirs a citywide uproar.
Open study → Chapter 20Encouragement, a Raising, and a Farewell
Paul strengthens the churches, restores a young man to life, and says goodbye to the Ephesian elders.
Open study → Chapter 21Determined to Reach Jerusalem
Despite repeated warnings, Paul presses on to Jerusalem, where he is arrested.
Open study → Chapter 22Paul Tells His Story
Paul recounts his conversion to the crowd and claims his rights as a Roman citizen.
Open study → Chapter 23Division, a Plot, and a Promise
Paul stands before the council, a plot is exposed, and God promises he will testify in Rome.
Open study → Chapter 24On Trial Before Felix
Paul defends his faith before Governor Felix, who leaves him in custody.
Open study → Chapter 25Paul Appeals to Caesar
Before the new governor Festus, Paul appeals to Caesar and is brought before King Agrippa.
Open study → Chapter 26Paul's Witness Before King Agrippa
Paul gives his testimony to King Agrippa and calls him to faith.
Open study → Chapter 27Storm and Shipwreck
On the voyage to Rome, Paul and all aboard survive a violent storm and shipwreck.
Open study → Chapter 28All the Way to Rome
Paul reaches Rome and boldly proclaims the kingdom of God to all who come to him.
Open study →Study together
Gather a group, work through a chapter each week, and journey through Acts together. Invite a friend to join you.