Study Acts 1

• Acts 1 opens with Jesus' "many convincing proofs" and instruction about the kingdom of God.

  • How do these initial verses establish a foundational understanding of Jesus' ongoing work and the reliability of His resurrection for the disciples and for us today?

• In Acts 1:8, Jesus gives the apostles a clear mandate and promises them power.

  • How does this verse outline the geographical and spiritual strategy for The Great Commission?

  • Reflect on how this mandate might apply to your "Jerusalem," "Judea and Samaria," and "remotest part of the earth" today.

• The ascension of Jesus in Acts 1:9-11 marks a significant transition.

  1. How does this event bridge Jesus' earthly ministry to the Spirit-mediated work of the church?

  2. What is the significance of the angels' message about Jesus' return, and how should this hope impact our engagement in The Great Commission?

• After Jesus' ascension, the disciples devoted themselves to "continuous prayer" while waiting for the Spirit's promise in Acts 1:12-14.

  • What does this period of unified prayer teach us about preparation for divine empowerment and mission?

• Peter leads the disciples in selecting Matthias to replace Judas in Acts 1:15-26, fulfilling prophecy.

  • How does this process (relying on Scripture, prayer, and discerning God's will) highlight the importance of faithful leadership and the divine providence guiding the early church's readiness for its mission?