The Great Commission
Acts 2 - Level 1
Pentecost Ignites
Covering Acts 2:1-13, this infographic captures "Pentecost Ignites," the church’s fiery birth in a vertical flow.
Acts 2:1-4 unleashes the Holy Spirit—wind roars, tongues of fire crown the apostles, and they speak in languages (2:1-3), fulfilling Joel 2:28’s promise (2:4).
Acts 2:5-11 amplifies this—Jews from every nation hear their native tongues (2:5-6), marveling as Galileans proclaim God’s wonders (2:7-11), a miracle bridging cultures instantly.
Acts 2:12-13 splits the crowd—some are amazed, others doubt, mocking it as wine-fueled (2:12-13), echoing faith versus skepticism.
This three-box sequence—Spirit’s descent, global reach, mixed reactions—stacks vertically, linked by red arrows, tracing an explosive arc: power ignites, spreads, and provokes. Unique for its sensory burst—sound, sight, speech—and immediate multicultural impact, this IG distills Acts 2’s opening as a divine spark. It shifts from Acts 1’s quiet prep to a public blaze, setting Peter’s sermon stage (2:14). For readers, it’s a vivid kickoff—God’s Spirit moves, crosses borders, and demands response—launching the church with fire and tongues, a prelude to its growth in Acts 2:41.
Sermon Launches
Covering Acts 2:14-21, this infographic captures "Sermon Launches," Peter’s bold kickoff of the church’s proclamation in a vertical flow.
Acts 2:14-16 sees Peter rise with the Eleven, addressing the bewildered Pentecost crowd (2:14), seizing the moment of Spirit-filled tongues (2:4-13). He counters their mockery—calling it prophecy, not drunkenness (2:15)—and quotes Joel 2:28-32 (2:16-21), framing the day’s wonders—wind, fire, languages—as God’s promised outpouring. This two-box sequence—context to prophecy—stacks vertically, linked by red arrows, tracing a shift: chaos clarified by scripture. Unique for its immediate apostolic response and OT anchor, this infographic marks Peter’s first stand, interpreting Pentecost as divine fulfillment.
The sermon’s launch shifts the narrative from marvel (2:12) to meaning, setting the stage for deeper revelation (2:22). It’s a pivot—raw power (2:1-4) meets purposeful preaching, igniting faith’s foundation.
For readers, it’s a call to hear God’s voice in the noise—Spirit’s signs demand interpretation, not dismissal—ushering the church into its mission with clarity and conviction, a prelude to mass conversion (2:41)
Gospel Proclaimed
Covering Acts 2:22-36, this infographic captures "Gospel Proclaimed," Peter’s piercing sermon igniting faith in a vertical flow.
Acts 2:22-28 proves Jesus’s resurrection—his miracles known (2:22), his death ordained (2:23), yet God raised him, as Psalm 16:8-11 foretold (2:25-28), David’s words pointing to Christ’s triumph (2:24).
Acts 2:29-36 crescendos—David died, but Jesus lives (2:29-31), ascended, pouring out the Spirit (2:33), seated at God’s right per Psalm 110:1 (2:34-35). Peter declares him “Lord and Christ” (2:36), cutting hearts.
This two-box sequence—proof to proclamation—stacks vertically, linked by red arrows, tracing a gospel arc: evidence builds to exultation. Unique for wielding OT Psalms as a double-edged sword, this IG showcases Peter’s apostolic witness—Jesus’s life, death, and rise, sealed by the Spirit’s outpouring (2:33). It shifts from Pentecost’s marvel (2:12) to messianic truth, piercing 3,000 souls (2:41).
For readers, it’s a clarion call—Christ’s victory demands faith, not just awe—a sermon turning chaos into conviction, grounding the church’s explosive start in scripture and power, a bridge to its growth (2:37-47).
The Church Responds
Covering Acts 2:37-47, this infographic captures "The Church Responds," the explosive birth of community in a vertical flow.
Acts 2:37-41 begins with the crowd, pierced by Peter’s sermon (2:36), crying, “What shall we do?” (2:37). Peter urges repentance and baptism (2:38-39), and 3,000 join that day (2:41), swelling the church instantly—faith turns to action.
Acts 2:42-47 solidifies this—they devote themselves to teaching, fellowship, bread, and prayer (2:42), sharing all (2:44-45), thriving in joy and worship (2:46-47), as God adds more daily.
This two-box sequence—response to roots—stacks vertically, linked by red arrows, tracing a rapid arc: conviction births community. Unique for its speed—zero to 3,000 in hours—and blueprint of church life, this IG marks the gospel’s first fruit, shifting from sermon’s sting (2:37) to vibrant unity. It’s the church’s launch—Spirit’s power (2:4) and Peter’s word (2:14) ignite a movement, grounded in generosity and devotion.
For readers, it’s a vision—faith acts, binds, and grows—a living echo of Acts 2’s opening blaze, setting the stage for its spread (3:1).
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The Nations at Pentecost
This radial visualization captures the dramatic reversal of Babel at Pentecost, where God transformed language from a barrier into a bridge for the gospel.
With Jerusalem at the center, representing the fulfillment of prophecy that God's word would go forth from Zion, the diagram shows how the Spirit's outpouring reached people from every corner of the known world.
The four geographical regions - Eastern Lands, Asia Minor, Africa, and Western Lands - illustrate the comprehensive scope of God's redemptive plan, fulfilling both the Abrahamic promise of blessing all nations and Jesus' commission for worldwide witness. Each golden connection line represents the Spirit's work in bridging cultural and linguistic divides, enabling each person to hear the gospel in their heart language.
This event established the pattern for the church's continuing mission: Spirit-empowered witness transcending all cultural boundaries to bring God's truth to every nation.