Churchwide Study Plan
You can pick up a reading plan bookmark at Crosspoint or follow along below as you prepare for worship each week.
You can pick up a reading plan bookmark at Crosspoint or follow along below as you prepare for worship each week.
August 20 | Acts 1:1-3
August 27 | Acts 1:4-11
September 3 | Acts 1:12-26
September 10 | Acts 2:1-13
September 17 | Acts 2:14-41
September 24 | Acts 2:42-47
October 1 | Acts 3:1-10
October 8 | Acts 3:11-26
October 15 | Acts 4:1-22
October 22 | Acts 4:23-31
October 29 | Acts 4:32-5:11
November 5 | Acts 5:12-16
November 12 | Acts 5:17-42
November 19 | Acts 6:1-7
November 26 | Acts 6:8-7:60
December 3 | Acts 8:1-3
Living around a transient community like Clemson, we must continually remind ourselves of why our church exists. In Acts, we discover the church’s identity and purpose as formed by the gospel of our risen and reigning Lord Jesus Christ.
Join us in Part 1 of our study of the book of Acts as we delve into Acts 1:1 to 8:3, witnessing the birth and growth of the early church. This series will serve as a compass, guiding us to re-orient ourselves around our mission rooted in the Bible.
Throughout our study, we will witness the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit, who emboldened the early disciples to fearlessly live on mission despite adversity and suffering. We can take heart, knowing that the same Spirit empowers us today to navigate the challenges we face in our cultural landscape.
As we are reminded of the Lordship of Christ, we need not fear in the face of hostility or trouble. Our faith will be renewed, knowing that Jesus’s victory and present reign assure us of His promise to build His church, even amidst of a changing world.
Let’s draw inspiration from the early church’s unity, struggles, and genuine community as we strive to faithfully fulfill Christ’s mission in our generation.
Get ready to be transformed by the timeless truths found in “Christ’s Reign and the Church’s Birth.”
Together, let’s eagerly anticipate this study through the birth of the church, emboldened by Jesus’s victory and encouraged by the work of the Holy Spirit.
Join us Sunday mornings at 9:00 or 11:00 AM in the Fall of 2023 for our series, “Christ’s Reign and the Church’s Birth: A Study of Acts 1:1-8:3.”
You can pick up a reading plan card at Crosspoint or download and print your own. Follow along in your personal reading as you prepare for worship each week.
Jason Finley | Lead Pastor for Equipping
Commentary:
ESV Illuminated Scripture Journal: Acts
Acts 1-12 for You by R. Albert Mohler
Acts: The Christian Standard Commentary by Patrick Schreiner
The Message of Acts: The Bible Speaks Today by John R. W. Stott
Consider these titles to read with others this fall to supplement our study.
Acts: A Visual Guide by Kevin DeYoung and Chris Ranson
The Church: The Gospel Made Visible by Mark Dever
The Loveliest Place: The Beauty and Glory of the Church by Dustin Benge
What Is the Mission of the Church?Making Sense of Social Justice, Shalom, and the Great Commission by Greg Gilbert and Kevin DeYoung
The Trinity: An Introduction by Scott Swain
God’s Indwelling Presence: The Holy Spirit in the Old and New Testaments by James M. Hamilton
Deacons: How They Serve and Strengthen the Church by Matt Smethurst
Pentecost Today? The Biblical Basis for Understanding Revival by Iain H. Murray
*includes one coloring page per chapter (Acts 1-7)
Listen to our podcast for additional helpful content.
Access the media from our Acts sermon series here.
Access all our previous sermon video, audio, and notes here.