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.
Waiting 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.