In Acts 3-11-16, the apostolic Word interprets the miraculous sign of the healing of the lame man- the rejected but risen Jesus is the source of salvation, both physical and spiritual.

In Titus 1-10-16, having set out what is required in the life and character of a church leader, Paul proceeds to talk about the false teachers who were troubling the churches on Crete and the people who were following them.

In Acts 3-1-10, Luke records an astounding miracle of healing as Peter and John entered the temple for prayer.

In 1 Timothy 3-8-13, Paul sets out the the qualifications for deacons in the local church and the promised reward for those who serve well in this office.

In Acts 2-42-47, Luke gives a cameo of the distinctive features of the early church community in Jerusalem together with their sense of common purpose and identity.

In 1 Timothy 3-8-13, Paul sets out the qualifications for deacons in the local church and the promised reward for those who serve well in this office.

In Acts 2-14-41, Peter preaches Christ from the Old Testament, interpreting the meaning of the Spirit's coming, and appealing to his listeners to repent and believe.

In 1 Timothy 3-1-7, Paul declares that fulfilling the office of overseer in the church is a noble task and sets out the qualifications for elders.

In Acts 2-1-13, Luke recounts the descent of the Holy Spirit on the church, an event illustrated by audible and visible signs which emphasize that Pentecost parallels and fulfills God's descent on Sinai to make His covenant with Israel.

In Titus 1-5-9, Paul instructs Titus to appoint elders in every town on Crete in order to establish proper order in the local church and gives the necessary qualifications for elders.