Who We Are: Acts
Luke begins the Book of Acts by saying his first book, the Gospel of Luke, was about “All Jesus began to do and teach.” This second book, the Book of Acts, is the story of all that Jesus continues to do and to teach. The resurrected and ascended Jesus is present in the power and work of the Holy Spirit, working out through the church, His Body. We are the church, the instrument chosen by Christ to proclaim the good news of the gospel and to bring about His Kingdom on earth, acts of Words and Deeds that people might be saved and restored.
We, The Well Community Church, are moving into a new building for a new season of that work that Jesus began to do and continues to do in and through us. Today He has situated us in Silver Spring so that He might move in a mighty way through us for His purposes and glory, until He returns to complete all that He began to do and teach on His first coming. We live in the gap, His body on earth, sharing His good news on earth, doing His work on earth, that His people might worship Him, live for Him, live like Him, and spend eternity with Him in glory.
The series will be a journey though the Book of Acts, focusing on the work Jesus continues to do through His church and how we as The Well are a continuation of that mission to love the lost well, be amazing neighbors, and glorify God forever. Consider using the following resources to compliment this study:
Seek First: How the Kingdom of God Changes Everything by Jeremy Treat - In an age of distraction, everyone is looking for something that gives purpose and perspective on life. Jesus says it's the kingdom of God. But the kingdom is not just another religious idea. Rather, God's loving reign brings clarity and coherence to all of life - identity, work, play, relationships, justice, character - in a way that is profound and practical.
Saved: Experiencing the Promise of the Book of Acts by Nancy Guthrie - In this book, Guthrie provides an accessible, theologically sound guide to the book of Acts. She invites readers to peer into the lives of the apostles in the days following the resurrection and ascension of Jesus as they experienced new power from the indwelling Holy Spirit and a new understanding of the Old Testament scriptures. Think of this as a pretty accessible and popular-level commentary through the Book of Acts. Guthrie also has a Personal Bible Study with directed questions that is great for personal devotions or Community Group studies.
Acts, A Gospel Coalition Commentary - The Gospel Coalition has a collection of online commentaries for each book of the bible. This one on the Book of Acts is a great resource to dig a little deeper in your study of the book.
Use this resources as part of your 3D Gatherings
3D Meeting Guide - This guide will keep your 3D Meetings focused and impactful.
SOAP & GROW - Two great tools to guide you in how to study the bible