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The book could well be called 'The Acts of the ______.'
The book could well be called 'The Acts of the ______.'
Holy Spirit
According to Acts 2:38, Peter tells the Jews to repent, believe, and be ______ to receive the Spirit.
According to Acts 2:38, Peter tells the Jews to repent, believe, and be ______ to receive the Spirit.
baptized
Acts 10:44 shows that the Holy Spirit comes on the ______ when they believe.
Acts 10:44 shows that the Holy Spirit comes on the ______ when they believe.
Gentiles
Baptism in the name of the rejected ______ identified them with Him.
Baptism in the name of the rejected ______ identified them with Him.
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Peter's second use of the 'keys of the kingdom' occurred when he laid hands on the ______ to receive the Spirit.
Peter's second use of the 'keys of the kingdom' occurred when he laid hands on the ______ to receive the Spirit.
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The first part of Acts focuses on the ministry of ______ to Israel.
The first part of Acts focuses on the ministry of ______ to Israel.
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The ______ is credited with writing the Book of Acts.
The ______ is credited with writing the Book of Acts.
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Acts illustrates the ______ of the church and the grace of God.
Acts illustrates the ______ of the church and the grace of God.
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Chapters 1-7 of Acts are focused on ______ ground.
Chapters 1-7 of Acts are focused on ______ ground.
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Paul's ______ missionary journey is documented in Acts 13-14.
Paul's ______ missionary journey is documented in Acts 13-14.
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Israel's final rejection is symbolized by the stoning of ______.
Israel's final rejection is symbolized by the stoning of ______.
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The Book of Acts shows a transition from Israel to the ______.
The Book of Acts shows a transition from Israel to the ______.
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The apostolic ministry was commanded to start in ______ until the Spirit came.
The apostolic ministry was commanded to start in ______ until the Spirit came.
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The disciples expected the establishment of the ______ (1:6).
The disciples expected the establishment of the ______ (1:6).
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It was necessary that they elect a twelfth ______ (1:22) to take Judas' place.
It was necessary that they elect a twelfth ______ (1:22) to take Judas' place.
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Peter preached to the men of Judah, Jerusalem, and ______ at Pentecost (2:14, 22).
Peter preached to the men of Judah, Jerusalem, and ______ at Pentecost (2:14, 22).
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The prophecy of ______ relates primarily to Israel, not the church (2:16ff).
The prophecy of ______ relates primarily to Israel, not the church (2:16ff).
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Peter portrayed the cross as an instrument of ______, not as God's gracious remedy for sin (2:22-23).
Peter portrayed the cross as an instrument of ______, not as God's gracious remedy for sin (2:22-23).
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Peter's theme at Pentecost is the ______ (2:24).
Peter's theme at Pentecost is the ______ (2:24).
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The apostles and first converts worshiped in the ______ (2:46ff; 3:1ff).
The apostles and first converts worshiped in the ______ (2:46ff; 3:1ff).
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The message was one of repentance for ______ (5:31).
The message was one of repentance for ______ (5:31).
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Stephen reviewed the history of ______ in his speech (7).
Stephen reviewed the history of ______ in his speech (7).
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The religious leaders murdered ______, marking a significant moment in the rejection of God's offer (Acts 7:51).
The religious leaders murdered ______, marking a significant moment in the rejection of God's offer (Acts 7:51).
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The Gospel initially goes from the Jews to the ______ in chapter 8.
The Gospel initially goes from the Jews to the ______ in chapter 8.
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Christ promised to build His ______ (Matt. 16:18).
Christ promised to build His ______ (Matt. 16:18).
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Both Jews and Gentiles were included in the baptism of the ______ (Acts 1:5).
Both Jews and Gentiles were included in the baptism of the ______ (Acts 1:5).
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In Romans 9-11, it explains that God had set aside ______ for the ministry of the church.
In Romans 9-11, it explains that God had set aside ______ for the ministry of the church.
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Study Notes
Author of Acts
- Luke, the beloved physician, is the author of Acts
- He was a doctor who joined Paul's party at Troas and traveled with him to Philippi
- He is believed to be a Gentile
Theme of Acts
- The book details the transition from Israel’s rejection of the kingdom message to the expansion of the Church
- The first seven chapters focus on the Jewish nation and the kingdom message
- The remaining chapters focus on the Church and the expansion of the Gospel
Key Points about the First Seven Chapters
- The disciples expected the establishment of the kingdom
- The murder of Stephen marks the end of God's offer of the kingdom to Israel
- The Church was forming during this time, but not fully revealed until later
The Church in Acts
- The Church began at Pentecost, but was not fully revealed until later, primarily through Paul's teachings
- The Church took over God's purpose because of Israel's failure
The Holy Spirit in Acts
- The book highlights the progress in believers' experience as the main focus shifts from Jews to the Church
- God's pattern for receiving the Holy Spirit today: hear the Word, believe, receive the Spirit, and then be baptized
Baptism in Acts
- Baptism was essential for receiving the Holy Spirit in the early stages of the Church
- Baptism identified people with Christ and signaled their separation from non-believers
- The modern pattern of baptism is based on Acts 10:44-48: believers are baptized after receiving the Holy Spirit
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This quiz covers the authorship, themes, and key aspects of the Book of Acts. Learn about Luke's role as the author, the transition from the Jewish nation to the expansion of the Church, and significant events such as the murder of Stephen. Test your understanding of the Holy Spirit's involvement and the formation of the Church during this period.
