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ABOUT THE EPISODE
With a fresh, new book comes an intro episode where Cherie and Tami give us helpful context surrounding Acts. As we study the details of “who, what, where,” we will also find rich application for today as the church.

BIG IDEAS

• Who wrote the book of Acts?
  • The authorship is widely accredited to Luke. As a second-generation follower of Jesus (not an eye-witness to Jesus’ ministry) Luke was a close companion of Paul. God calls and He equips ordinary people to accomplish His extraordinary purposes. 
• When was it written? 
  • While there is some debate on a precise year, we can best date this book back to the early/mid-AD 60s. It’s doubtful this book would have been written past that, because a few key historical events were not mentioned (fall of Jerusalem, Paul’s death, etc.). It was written in the midst of extreme persecution for followers of Jesus. 
• Who was it written to? 
  • The book of Acts was written to both Jews and Gentiles. The message of reconciliation was presented to both groups, bringing unity in the Body of Christ. Do we usher in the unity of Christ with our presence?
• What is the main theme or purpose of the book?
  • The main purpose of Acts is to record a selective history of the early church following the resurrection of Christ. It gives an account of how and where the Gospel was spread.

EPISODE LINKS
Creation Regained excerpt by Albert Wolters

WHAT IS NEUE THING?

Neue Thing is a non-profit ministry, founded by Cherie Wagner, that exists to encourage, equip, and empower women with the Word of God. Cherie’s life-long passion is two-fold: knowing Jesus Christ and making Him known. Author of Found On My Knees, Awake O Sleeper, Rest, Hope, and Psalms for Life, Cherie writes Bible studies for women that will encourage them to know and believe God’s Word, equip them to live it, and empower them to take it and transform this generation for Jesus Christ.

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RESOURCES

Found On My Knees: The Journey from Brokenness to Blessing
Awake O Sleeper: Ephesians
Rest: 30 Days of Exploring God’s Invitation to Rest
Hope: Tethered to an Unwavering God