Acts 8:1–3 describes the scattering of the early church after Stephen’s death and Saul’s violent campaign against believers.

Acts 7:54–60 recounts the stoning of Stephen, the first Christian martyr, whose faithful witness mirrors the death and forgiveness of Jesus.

Acts 7:51–53 records Stephen’s final accusation, exposing Israel’s resistance to the Holy Spirit and rejection of God’s messengers, culminating in Jesus.

Acts 7:44–50 shows that God’s presence is not confined to tents or temples, affirming God’s freedom beyond sacred structures.

Acts 7:35–43 shows how Israel rejected Moses even after his calling, linking resistance to God’s deliverer with idolatry and distorted worship.

Acts 7:17–34 shows how Moses was called and commissioned outside the land, revealing that God’s presence and saving work are not confined to sacred spaces.

Acts 7:9–16 explores Joseph’s rejection and exaltation, revealing a recurring biblical pattern in which God’s deliverers are rejected before being recognized.

Acts 7:1–8 explores God’s promise to Abraham before land or temple, showing how faith begins with trust and movement.

Acts 6:8–15 describes Stephen’s ministry, his dispute with synagogue leaders, and the false accusations that lead to his arrest.

Acts 6:1–7 describes the choosing of the Seven, showing how the early church addressed conflict, shared leadership, and continued to grow.

Acts 5:33–42 recounts Gamaliel’s counsel to the Sanhedrin, urging restraint and trust in God amid the apostles’ growing witness.

Acts 5:17–32 recounts the arrest and release of the apostles, highlighting obedience to God amid opposition and bold witness to Jesus.

Acts 5:12–16 describes signs and wonders among the people and the growing public impact of the early church.

Acts 5:1–11 recounts the story of Ananias and Sapphira, revealing the danger of hypocrisy and the seriousness of life in the early church.

Acts 4:32–37 explores how resurrection faith shaped unity, generosity, and shared life in the early Christian community.

Acts 4:23–31 records the church’s prayer after persecution, interpreting opposition through Scripture and asking God for boldness to speak.

Acts 4:1–22 describes Peter and John before the Sanhedrin, where they bear bold witness to Jesus’ resurrection despite opposition.

Acts 3:11–26 records Peter’s sermon after the healing at the temple, calling Israel to repentance and promising renewal through the risen Jesus.

Acts 3:1–10 tells how Peter and John heal a man unable to walk, revealing the continuing power of Jesus’ name after Pentecost.