The Bible Recap Day 321 (Acts 4-6) - Year 7
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Nov 17, 2025 Explore the unity and empowerment of believers through the Spirit after Pentecost. Discover the miraculous healing of a crippled man and how it fuels Peter's bold preaching. Tensions rise as Peter faces persecution, yet the disciples pray for unwavering boldness. Delve into themes of generosity versus hypocrisy in the early church with contrasting stories of Barnabas and Ananias and Sapphira. Witness Stephen's emergence as a miracle worker amid conflict, and reflect on the power of Jesus' name as the source of salvation.
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Spirit Unifies And Empowers The Church
- The Spirit unified diverse believers and empowered bold witness across cultural and linguistic divides.
- This dispersion fosters unity and enabled the apostles to preach with authority despite opposition.
Miracle Sparks Bold Gospel Proclamation
- Peter and John healed a man crippled for his whole life and used the miracle to preach Jesus boldly.
- Their arrest didn't silence them; they kept proclaiming Jesus and about 5,000 people believed.
Persecution Produces Greater Boldness
- Persecution intensified after Jesus' resurrection, but believers responded by praying for greater boldness.
- God answered, and the Spirit enabled them to continue speaking God's word with courage.