Acts chapter 8 highlights how persecution can serve as a catalyst for spreading the gospel. Following Stephen's martyrdom, Saul's intense persecution scatters believers, who continue to preach the word. Philip evangelizes in Samaria, performing miracles and baptizing many, including Simon the sorcerer, whose false conversion and rebuke by Peter illustrates the need for genuine repentance.

Acts chapters 6 and 7 detail the growth of the early church and the challenges it faces. As the community of believers expands, the apostles appoint seven men, including Stephen, to assist with practical needs, allowing the apostles to focus on preaching.

This episode presents a stark contrast between genuine faith and deceit. Ananias and Sapphira attempt to deceive the apostles by lying about their donation, leading to their sudden deaths as a sobering example of God's view on dishonesty.

In this episode the apostles encounter their first major opposition after the ascension of Jesus. Peter and John heal a lame man, leading to a powerful sermon by Peter that emphasizes repentance and faith in Jesus.

In this episode we witness the transformative power of the Holy Spirit during Pentecost. The disciples, once timid and uncertain, become bold proclaimers of the gospel as the Holy Spirit descends upon them.

This episode marks the transition from Jesus' earthly ministry to the establishment of the early church. The chapter begins with Jesus providing instructions to His apostles and promising the arrival of the Holy Spirit.

Our Bible teacher, John Mathews and co-host, Esther Sisulu focus on the restoration of Peter after his denial of Jesus. The theme is "celebrating the recovery," highlighting Jesus' forgiveness and the re-establishment of Peter despite his previous failures.

Esther Sisulu and our Bible teacher, John Mathews, delve into the pivotal event of Christianity: the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Mary Magdalene discovers the empty tomb and Jesus appears to her, the disciples, and especially to Thomas, who doubts until he sees Jesus himself. These eyewitness accounts and the disciples' transformative experiences provide compelling evidence of the truth of the resurrection.