Jesus’ ministry and followers somehow went from a few loved left ones at the Foot of the Cross to an ever expanding group of disciples and followers who were willing to die for the sake of the Gospel. How did this happen? Something had to have happened. This is that story.
September 2, 2026 - Ballentine Hall 145
Ice Breaker - Fall Kickoff
- Introduce Yourself - Name, Hometown, Relation to IU (Student, Major, Alum, Staff, Etc.)
- Spin That Wheel
Opening Prayer
Study Questions
Overview: The Book of Acts
Who was the author and what do we know about him?
(Luke 1:1-4, Colossians 4:14, Philemon 1:24; 2 Timothy 4:11)
Who is the audience/recipient of Luke’s writing and why is Luke writing these things?
(Luke 1:1-4. Acts 1:1-3)
What is the purpose of the Book of Acts?
(Acts 1:8)
How would our Bible be different if we didn’t have the book of Acts? Hypothetically if your Bible went from John to Romans, how would that change the narrative? What is significant about the book of Acts when compared to the rest of the New Testament books?
Study Questions
Acts 1:1-5
- What does Luke say Jesus did during the forty days after His resurrection?
- What promise from the Father are the disciples told to wait for?
- How does Jesus contrast John's baptism with what the disciples are about to experience?
- How do you think the disciples felt hearing this?
- How do you fell when you are told to wait? Have you ever thought about how much of The Bible is about waiting? Discuss.