Acts
Acts
Acts continues Luke’s narrative, tracing the risen Jesus’ mission through the Spirit as the gospel moves from Jerusalem to the nations. Geography, speeches, and trial scenes frame the church’s growth amid opposition, while shared life, prayer, and table fellowship embody the kingdom. Acts connects Israel’s Scriptures to the inclusion of Gentiles, showing continuity and surprise. Historically, it orients readers to Roman administration and travel; literarily, it alternates summary and episode to sustain the mission’s momentum. For Christian communities, Acts models witness, leadership discernment, and a hospitable, Spirit‑led imagination.
Annotated Bibliography (Chicago Style)
- Carson, D. A., and Douglas J. Moo. An Introduction to the New Testament. 2nd ed. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2005. Survey of each NT book’s background, structure, and theology.
- Johnson, Luke Timothy. The Writings of the New Testament: An Interpretation. 3rd ed. Minneapolis: Fortress Press, 2010. Literary‑theological reading that situates each NT book in early Christian context.