The author of acts was luke, who also wrote the gospel of luke. There is no more thrilling part of the bible than the book of acts, and no better guide to it than albert mohler. Acts 5 commentary acts 6 commentary acts 7 commentary acts 8 commentary acts 9 commentary acts 10 commentary acts 11 commentary acts 12 commentary acts commentary acts 14 commentary acts 15 commentary acts 16 commentary acts 17 commentary acts 18 commentary acts 19 commentary acts 20 commentary acts 20. Acts 1 new international version niv jesus taken up into heaven. An immense amount of apostolic service is left unrecorded, and mention is made of just a few incidents which serve to show the way the spirit of god operated in bearing witness to the risen and exalted jesus, and in conducting the disciples into the fulness of christian blessing. Theology of work bible commentary free online start. Actus apostolorum, often referred to simply as acts, or formally the book of acts, is the fifth book of the new testament. Click on any part of the bible below to start reading. Reviewed in the united states on december 4, 20 if your interest is obtaining a sound commentary and, as the title states, simple, van tates commentaries volumes 1 and 2 on the new testament are excellent supplements to your study of the bible. Although the moody bible series is written by several authors, with the acts book written by charles c.
Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. The title as we know it comes from the second century and only partially discloses the theme of the document. Adult bible study in simplified english teaching guide the book of acts. The descent of the holy spirit at the day of pentecost. You can find the best commentary on ezekiel for you using the tools on the right side. Imagine what it would be like if the book of acts wasnt in the bible. A bible text and commentary on the book of haggai, written in level a easyenglish 1200 words. The significance of the prologue with its introductory address to theophilus lies in the fact that everything luke said in. In acts, jesus sends the holy spirit to empower his disciples as they carry.
Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy english. Each section can be accessed by the simple menu found at the bottom of the file. We do not recommend loose translations or oneman translations. By its opening words the acts of the apostles is linked in the clearest way with the gospel of luke. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of ecclesiastes. The title of the book of acts comes from the greek word praxis, a word often used in early christian literature to describe the great deeds of the apostles or other significant believers. The early chapters in jerusalem, report jesuss resurrection, his ascension, the day of pentecost, and. They told paul through the spirit not to go up to jerusalem. Acts is the second book in the history that luke wrote. The acts is an historical book, but it is not mere history. The book of genesis those who gave the name genesis to the first book of the bible were the translators of the pentateuch. But luke reminds us that jesus simply taught them much the same material. Acts 5 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. The theology of work bible commentary is an in depth bible study tool put together by a group of 8 biblical scholars, pastors and working christians.
Introduction to acts, part 1 selected scriptures youtube. Beginning students may require three sessions to complete one lesson. Watch our overview video on the book of acts, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. But it is more likely that theophilus was a real person. At one time the gospel of luke and the book of acts were joined together as one. How it began to be built upon this rock comes next to be related in this book which we have now before us, and of this. Book of acts versebyverse bible study and indepth commentary of the acts of the apostles in plain english for everyone to understand. Free bible commentaries in easy english easyenglish bible.
A good study bible we recommend the following features. Verse by verse commentaries by book precept austin. The ancient hebrews called the book by its opening words, in the beginning. That power arrived like the sound of wind, a mighty, rushing wind, a great gust of air. Acts 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on the. The acts of the apostles often referred to simply as acts, or formally the book of acts, is the fifth. But he has promised the holy spirit to help us understand john 16. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. It teaches many basic gospel truths about worship and the church. Scripture quotations marked esv are from the holy bible, english. Commentary on the book of gospel of luke by matthew henry.
The same theophilus is addressed, and in the first chapter the story is resumed just at the point where the gospel left off, save that a few extra details are given of the lords words after his resurrection, and the account of his ascension is repeated in a somewhat different setting. The title as we know it comes from the second century and only partially discloses the theme of. It is easy to read, and clear in explaining the biblical text. Top 5 commentaries on the book of acts ligonier ministries. An easyenglish commentary 2800 word vocabulary on pauls first letter to the thessalonians. You can find the best commentary on acts for you using the tools on the right side. Acts 5 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on the. At one time the gospel of luke and the book of acts were joined together as one book with two volumes. This chapter recounts the tragic fall of ananias and sapphira acts 5.
See introduction as to the title thus given to the book. Publication of any commentary or other bible reference work produced for commercial sale that uses the new living translation requires written permission for use of the nlt text. In this chapter are found lukes prologue to acts acts 1. Ray stedman gives us a panoramic view of the book of acts. The book of acts in the new testament of the bible is also called acts of the apostles. It is often simply called acts acts tells the story of the early christian church, with particular interest for the ministry of the twelve apostles and of paul of tarsus.
Introduction to acts, part 1 selected scriptures grace to you. Oct 04, 2016 watch our overview video on the book of acts, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Book of acts overview insight for living ministries. In this passage, luke is restating the great commission challenge jesus gave in luke 24. The following are the five that i have found to be the most helpful. Greek text latin vulgate wycliffe version king james version american standard version world english version. The acts of the apostles is a unique and therefore crucial book of the new testament. Study guide for acts 1 by david guzik blue letter bible.
Now as they spoke to the people, the priests, the captain of the temple, and the sadducees came upon them, being greatly disturbed that they taught the people and preached in jesus the resurrection from the dead. Luke was a gentile and he was a doctor colossians 4. So, whenever you open the sacred word, also open your heart to god in prayer, allowing the words of this commentary to direct your thoughts to the scriptures and to the one they tell us about. Provide language edition bibles so students can read the focal passage in their native languages. The significance of the prologue with its introductory address to theophilus lies in the fact that. It traces the first decades in the history of the church after the resurrection of christ, focusing in particular on the work of peter and paul. The book is quite similar in many ways to colossians, but that book places more emphasis on the work of christ, where this book emphasizes more the involvement of the church. Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. The commentary is available for free in it entirety online. Imagine what it would be like if the book of acts wasnt. Jan 07, 2014 introduction to acts, part 1 selected scriptures grace to you.
This would indicate it was matthew, mark, luke, or john. God remembers his promises or download in rtf format a bible text and commentary on the book of zechariah, written in level b easyenglish. See all of our coronavirus resources here toggle navigation. The word of god is precious and far beyond human wisdom isa. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. The acts everyday bible commentary series is very nicely done. This seminarylevel study also retains its depth and uses an engaging interactive format. The former account i made, o theophilus, of all that jesus began both to do and teach.
Study the bible online using commentary on acts and more. Verse 1 luke referred to his gospel here as my first book. Acts 6 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. Acts 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. Most can be obtained from a good religious bookstore. This commentary also deals with the bible text literally as a love song but it is in simpler english. Read acts commentary using commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible. I am enjoying reading through acts, along with this commentary. The gospel of luke and the book of acts form a single, twovolume work. This translated bible text has been through our advanced theological checking. Christ having ordered them not to depart thence, but to wait for the pouring out of the holy spirit. An easyenglish commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the gospel of luke. Ryrie, they all follow a similar script and are all similarly useful for study, instruction, and even general reading i am currently reading the daniel commentary just for fun. Arnots english uses words from 1800s which are sometimes difficult to.
Perhaps luke was using it to mean any christian reader. Amazing grace leads to amazing growth suggestions for teaching general suggestions 1. Acts of the apostles simple english wikipedia, the free. New testament written commentaries free bible commentary.
This title accurately reflects the contents of the book, which is a series of vignettes chronicling the lives of key apostles especially peter and paul in. There are a number of good commentaries on the book of acts. This film depicts the birth of the early church through the eyes of luke, the author of the gospel of luke. After jesus went up to heaven, they waited in jerusalem. It opens with a greeting to theophilus, who was also the intended recipient of lukes gospel. A commentary and teaching manual on acts 112 designed for christian schools, homeschool, small groups or adult sunday school curriculum. Acts 5 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. Acts of the apostles bible study notes, commentary, and comments. Date the letter states several times that it was written while paul was in prison 3. Acts 1 niv jesus taken up into heaven in my bible gateway. This commentary has been through advanced theological checking. Luke uses it, of what we should call the several books or portions of his histories.
The book focuses primarily on the acts of two apostles, peter and paul. The acts of the apostles 2 about the book of acts the writer of acts most people agree that luke wrote acts. This is a very helpful commentary, which has been most useful to me. It alone presents an extensive picture of early church life and history. This commentary deals with the bible text literally as a love song. Lukes gospel free bible commentary in easy english. Roman commander acts 21 bible study questions handout acts 21. In acts, he told how the good news about jesus christ spread. Commentary on the book of acts of the apostles by matthew. Paperback, 196 pages this item has not been rated yet. Acts 1 niv jesus taken up into heaven bible gateway. The acts of the apostles greek praxeis apostolon is a book of the bible, which now is the fifth in the new testament. Jun 05, 2018 the acts everyday bible commentary series is very nicely done. Commentary on the new testament in simple english vol.