From Persecutor to Proclaimer // Saul’s conversion was an immediate commissioning, as he boldly joined the church he once persecuted and began proclaiming Jesus as the Son of God, showing the gospel’s power to transform and reconcile.

A study of the New Testament // Michael Crosswhite

Saul of Tarsus // Once a fierce persecutor of Christians, Saul was transformed by a vision of Christ and called to spread the gospel.

A study of the New Testament // Michael Crosswhite

A night of thanksgiving through singing and testimonies of the Lord’s provision for EBC.

The Ethiopian Eunuch // Philip shares Jesus with a seeking Ethiopian eunuch, who believes, is baptized, and marks the gospel’s spread beyond Israel.

A study of the New Testament // Michael Crosswhite

Simon the Magician // The false faith of Simon the Magician contrasts with the Samaritans' true conversion after Philip preached the gospel, affirming the gospel's power and inclusion.

A study of the New Testament // Michael Crosswhite

...In All Judea and Samaria // Stephen’s martyrdom sparks persecution that spreads the gospel beyond Jerusalem, affirming Christ’s authority and challenging the temple’s centrality.

A study of the New Testament // Michael Crosswhite

Stephen’s Speech // Stephen condemns Israel’s rejection of God’s messengers, challenges the temple’s centrality, and asserts Christ’s ultimate authority.

A study of the New Testament // Michael Crosswhite

Deacons // Deacons are needed in the church to provide logistical and material support so that the elders can concentrate their effort on the Word of God and prayer.

A study of the New Testament // Michael Crosswhite

The Leadership of the New Israel // The temple leaders’ opposition to God now stands in sharp contrast to the apostles.

A study of the New Testament // Michael Crosswhite

Temple Authority

A study of the New Testament // Michael Crosswhite