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Paul appears before the Sanhedrin and cleverly divides them by mentioning his belief in the resurrection, causing a dispute between the Pharisees and Sadducees. A plot to kill him is uncovered, and he is sent to Caesarea under heavy guard. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul shares his testimony with the crowd in Jerusalem, recounting his conversion and calling to preach to the Gentiles. The crowd becomes violent again, and Paul is taken into custody by the Roman authorities. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul travels to Jerusalem despite warnings of danger. He is arrested after a mob accuses him of defiling the temple, but he is protected from being killed by Roman soldiers and allowed to address the crowd. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul travels through Macedonia and Greece, encouraging the believers. In Troas, Eutychus falls from a window and dies but is raised to life by Paul. Paul meets with the Ephesian elders, giving them a farewell message and warning them of future challenges. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul spends two years in Ephesus, where many are converted and miraculous healings take place. A riot breaks out, instigated by silversmiths who are losing business due to the growing number of Christians, but Paul continues to spread the gospel. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul spends a year and a half in Corinth, establishing a church there. He faces opposition but also sees many come to faith. He then travels to Ephesus and returns to Antioch to report on his work before setting out again to strengthen the disciples. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul preaches in Thessalonica, Berea, and Athens. In Athens, he speaks at the Areopagus, presenting the gospel by connecting it with the people’s religious beliefs, but reactions are mixed. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul takes Timothy as his companion and receives a vision to preach in Macedonia. In Philippi, Paul and Silas are imprisoned after casting out a spirit from a slave girl, but they miraculously escape after an earthquake, leading to the conversion of the jailer. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

A council in Jerusalem is called to settle the issue of whether Gentile believers must follow Jewish laws. The apostles and elders decide that Gentiles do not need to follow the Mosaic law, only abstain from certain practices. Paul and Barnabas continue preaching the gospel. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul and Barnabas continue their missionary journey, preaching in Iconium, Lystra, and Derbe. They perform miracles, are mistaken for gods, but also face severe persecution. After returning to Antioch, they report the success of their mission. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul and Barnabas are sent on their first missionary journey. They preach the gospel in Cyprus and Pisidian Antioch, where many believe, but they also face strong opposition from some Jewish leaders. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

King Herod begins persecuting the church, killing James and imprisoning Peter. An angel miraculously frees Peter from prison. Herod later dies after being struck by an angel for his pride. The church continues to grow. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Peter explains to the Jerusalem church how God has granted repentance to the Gentiles. The church in Antioch grows, and Barnabas is sent to encourage the new believers. Saul joins Barnabas in teaching the church in Antioch, where believers are first called Christians. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Peter receives a vision about clean and unclean animals, symbolizing that the gospel is for all people. He then shares the message of Jesus with Cornelius, a Roman centurion, and his household, who receive the Holy Spirit and are baptized. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Saul, a fierce persecutor of Christians, encounters Jesus on the road to Damascus and is converted. He begins preaching the gospel, astonishing many. Meanwhile, Peter performs miracles in Lydda and Joppa, including raising Tabitha from the dead. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Persecution forces the believers to scatter, but Philip preaches in Samaria with great success. Simon the sorcerer tries to buy the power of the Holy Spirit but is rebuked. Philip also shares the gospel with an Ethiopian eunuch, who believes and is baptized. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Stephen gives a powerful defense of his faith before the Sanhedrin, recounting Israel’s history and accusing the Jewish leaders of resisting God. Enraged, they stone him to death, making him the first Christian martyr. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

As the church grows, a dispute arises between Greek and Hebrew widows over food distribution. Seven men, including Stephen, are appointed to handle this ministry. Stephen, full of faith and power, performs miracles and preaches, angering some who accuse him of blasphemy. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Ananias and Sapphira lie about their donation to the apostles and are struck dead as a result. The apostles continue to perform miracles, and though they are arrested, an angel frees them. They continue preaching despite threats from the authorities. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincorftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Peter and John are arrested for preaching about Jesus, but they boldly testify before the Sanhedrin. After being released, they return to the believers who pray for boldness. The early church continues to grow, sharing possessions and living in unity. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Peter and John heal a crippled beggar at the temple gate, and Peter uses the opportunity to preach about Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy, urging people to repent and turn to God for forgiveness. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

On the day of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit descends on the apostles, and they begin speaking in different languages. Peter preaches the gospel, and about 3,000 people are baptized and added to the church. The early believers live in community, sharing everything they have. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Jesus, after His resurrection, spends 40 days with His disciples, speaking about the kingdom of God. He commands them to wait for the Holy Spirit before ascending into heaven. The apostles return to Jerusalem, and Matthias is chosen to replace Judas as the twelfth apostle. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Mark 16 concludes the Gospel with the resurrection of Jesus. The chapter highlights the empty tomb, Jesus’ appearances to His disciples, and the Great Commission. The resurrection confirms Jesus' victory over death and the hope of eternal life for believers. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Mark 15 recounts the trial, crucifixion, and death of Jesus. Despite the injustice He faced, Jesus remained silent before His accusers and endured the cross for the salvation of humanity. The chapter ends with Jesus’ burial, setting the stage for His resurrection. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading