"To know the will of God, is to have an open Bible and an open road map." - William Carey

• 8 Billion people on earth
• 6.5 Billion claim not to have a relationship with Christ
• 3.37 Billion have little to no access to the gospel
• 1 Billion people have never heard the name of Jesus

Instruction #1: Stay in Jerusalem.

1. Why must the disciples stay in Jerusalem?

• Truth #1 - We wait for the Holy Spirit, because the Spirit gives us the power and authority to complete the mission God gave to us.

Instruction #2: It is not for you to know the time or season the Father has prepared.

2. Why did the disciples ask Jesus if this was when the Kingdom was coming?

• Truth #2 - Our focus is to be on the mission God has given to the church.

InStruction #3: Witness of Jesus Christ to Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the uttermost parts.

3. Why did Jesus specifically give these locations to his disciples?

• Truth #3 - The gospel of Christ is given for all people in all places.

Instruction #4: Be ready for the return of Christ.

4. Why do you stand looking at the sky?

• Truth #4 - To be ready for Christ's return is to be obedient to Christ's commands.

"I will hold the rope to pull people from the pit." - William Carey