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ABOUT THE EPISODE
The first chapters of Acts are rich in activity as the Holy Spirit rests on the Church for the very first time. Today, we’re discussing the characteristics of the early church and what caused it to grow!

BIG IDEAS

• Big Idea #1: Jesus promises the Holy Spirit. The timing of this happening at Pentecost was not a coincidence. Jews from all over the world would have traveled to Jerusalem at this time. The Holy Spirit lit the flame of the church, and nothing can thwart God’s plans for His Church!
• Big Idea #2: The marks of the first church: devoted to the apostles’ teaching, fellowship, the breaking of bread, and prayer. We have so many opportunities for growth in the church as we consider sharing meals, meeting needs, and truly devoting ourselves to prayer. The Holy Spirit was at work, actively growing God’s Church through these four practices. 
• Big Idea #3: Stephen’s bold proclamation, the warning against resisting the Spirit, and the first Christian martyr. Stephen’s last prayers were an echo of Jesus’ last prayers on the cross. He surrendered his spirit to God, and he showed grace to those wrongly persecuting him. 

EPISODE LINKS

King of Kings, by Hillsong
Rest On Us, by Maverick City Music

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
Psalms for Life