Acts of The Apostles

To whom was Acts written?

Theophilus

What question did the apostles ask Jesus and how did he respond?

They asked him how he was going to restore the kingdom to Israel, and he responded that it was not for them to know.

How did they determine who would replace Judas and who was chosen?

They prayed and cast lots; Matthias

Who stood by as Jesus ascended to heaven and what did they promise?

Two men dressed in white garments; Jesus would return in the same way as they saw him ascend into heaven

What audible and visible signs were evidence of the spirits outpouring

a noise from the sky like a strong driving wind that filled the entire house and tongues of fire

What would be a primary role of the replacement?

a witness to Jesus' resurrection

What did the promise of the father pertain to?

being baptized with the Holy Spirit

who was present in jerusalem at that time

devout jews

What are 3 things Luke mentions Jesus before he ascended?

gave instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen, speaking about the kingdom of God, and presented himself alive to them by many proofs after he had suffered, appearing to them during 40 days

What was the author of Acts of the Apostles' profession?

physician

what did those filled with spirit begin to do

speak in different tongues

What command did Jesus leave with his apostles?

stay in Jerusalem and wait for the promise of the Father

Where did the apostles stay in Jerusalem and with whom did they pray

the upper room; some women and Mary, the mother of Jesus

What were the requirements to be considered a replacement for Judas?

they had to have accompanied them from the beginning of the Baptism of John until the day on which Jesus was taken from them

What is proposed as the primary purpose of the book of Acts?

to record the establishment and early growth of the church

What is the theme?

witness for the Lord Jesus Christ

How many disciples were gathered there in those days?

120

How long was it from the resurrection and ascension of Christ?

40 days

When and Where was Acts written?

63 A.D. in Rome

What else does the book appear designed to reveal based on context?

Examples of conversions to the Gospel of Christ and the ministry of the Holy Spirit in the apostles and the early church

What is the former account Luke has reference to?

Gospel of Luke

Where and What happened to the body of Judas

He burst open in the middle, and all his insides spilled out; The Field of Blood

What happened as Jesus ascended to heaven?

He was lifted up, and a cloud took him from their sight

What two candidates were selected?

Joseph (Barsabbas) and Matthias

Who is the author of Acts of the Apostles?

Luke

From where did Jesus ascend to heaven and how far was that place from Jerusalem

Olivet; a sabbath day's journey away

What day had arrived and who was gathered in one place?

Pentecost; the apostles

Who stood up to speak and what about?

Peter; Judas' betrayal and death

What other book is addressed to the same person as Acts?

The Gospel of Luke

What was promised when the Spirit came upon them and what would they then be?

The apostles would receive power and than be Jesus' witnesses.

What indicates when and where Acts was written?

The book ends abruptly at the time of Paul's trial