Acts 8–9 takes us from the spreading gospel in Samaria to one of the most dramatic conversions in Scripture.

Adam and Kevin discuss Philip, Simon the magician, the Ethiopian eunuch and baptism, Saul’s encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus, Ananias, Barnabas, and the story of Tabitha.

Along the way, we ask some important questions: What does Acts teach us about baptism? Why did Simon struggle with his old ways even after believing? What can Saul’s conversion teach us about repentance and a changed life? And what can someone like Tabitha teach us about using even simple talents to serve God?

Saul went from persecuting Christians to boldly preaching Jesus.

That is quite a turnaround.

Join us as we walk through Acts chapters 8 and 9 together.

Paul has survived the storm, the shipwreck, and now even a viper bite. At last, he reaches Rome, but he arrives as a prisoner chained to a Roman soldier.

Those chains do not silence him.

From his rented home, Paul welcomes everyone who comes to him. He teaches about Jesus, proclaims the kingdom of God, and speaks with complete boldness. Luke ends the Book of Acts with a declaration that perfectly summarizes the entire story: the gospel continued “without hindrance.”

Today is Day 52 of 52. We have journeyed through every chapter of Luke and Acts, from the birth of Jesus to the gospel reaching the heart of the Roman Empire.

The challenge may be complete, but the mission continues. The Book of Acts does not really end with Paul. It continues through every believer who boldly shares the good news of Jesus Christ.

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Stephen entered the council chamber as the accused, but before his sermon ended, the Sanhedrin found itself on trial.

In Acts 7, Stephen walks through the history of Abraham, Joseph, Moses, the Law, and the Temple. His message reveals a painful pattern: God repeatedly sent deliverers and prophets, but the people repeatedly rejected them.

That pattern reached its peak when they betrayed and murdered Jesus, the Righteous One.

Adam and Kevin unpack Stephen’s bold sermon, the council’s furious response, his Christlike death, and the introduction of a young man named Saul. They also explore an intriguing question: Could Saul have later given Luke a firsthand account of Stephen’s final sermon?

Follow Words of Life as we continue our in-depth journey through the book of Acts.

Paul is sailing toward Rome when a violent storm overtakes the ship. The crew loses its cargo, its direction, and eventually all hope of survival.

But Paul has received a promise from God. Although the ship will be destroyed, every one of the 276 people aboard will make it safely to shore.

In Acts 27, the prisoner becomes the leader, fear gives way to courage, and God proves faithful in the middle of the storm.

Join us for Day 51 of the 52 Day Luke/Acts Challenge.

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Paul stands before King Agrippa and shares the story of how Jesus transformed him from a persecutor of Christians into a preacher of the gospel.

In Acts 26, Paul explains his conversion on the road to Damascus, his mission to Jews and Gentiles, and his unwavering belief in the resurrection. Festus calls him crazy, but Paul responds with clarity, courage, and truth.

Paul then turns the conversation toward Agrippa himself. The prisoner becomes the preacher, and the king is forced to consider the claims of Jesus Christ.

This is Day 50 of our 52 Day Luke/Acts Challenge.

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Paul stands before Governor Festus as his accusers bring serious charges they cannot prove. When Festus suggests returning the trial to Jerusalem, Paul exercises his right as a Roman citizen and appeals directly to Caesar.

Later, Festus explains the case to King Agrippa. Beneath all the accusations and political maneuvering is one central issue: Paul continues to proclaim that Jesus, though crucified, is alive.

Paul remains a prisoner, but God is still directing his path toward Rome.

Join us for Day 49 of the 52 Day Luke/Acts Challenge.

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Paul is brought before Governor Felix, where the religious leaders accuse him of stirring up riots and profaning the temple. Paul calmly answers their charges and explains that he is truly on trial because of his hope in the resurrection.

Later, Paul speaks directly to Felix about faith in Jesus Christ, righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgment. Felix becomes alarmed, but rather than responding, he sends Paul away and postpones the conversation.

Acts 24 gives us a sobering reminder that feeling convicted by the truth is not the same as acting upon it. Felix kept waiting for a more convenient moment, but that moment never came.

What stood out to you in today’s reading?

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Paul is struck, threatened, nearly torn apart by an angry council, and targeted by more than forty men who vow to kill him.

Yet in the middle of the danger, Jesus stands beside Paul and tells him, “Take courage.”

In Acts 23, Paul’s declaration about the resurrection divides the Sanhedrin. Later, his nephew discovers an assassination plot and reports it to the Roman commander. Paul is then moved to Caesarea under heavy military protection.

The conspirators had a plan, but God had already promised Paul that he would testify in Rome.

Join us for Day 47 of the 52 Day Luke/Acts Challenge as we read Acts Chapter 23 and see how God’s providence works through both miraculous encouragement and ordinary human action.

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Paul stands before an angry crowd and tells the story of how Jesus changed his life.

The people listen as Paul explains his past, his encounter with Jesus, and his baptism. But everything changes when he says that Jesus sent him to the Gentiles.

One word sends the crowd into a rage.

Then, as the Romans prepare to flog Paul, he reveals something they did not expect. He is a Roman citizen by birth.

Join us for Acts 22 and Day 46 of our 52 Day Luke/Acts Challenge as we consider the power of a personal testimony and the danger of rejecting truth when it challenges what we already believe.

What stood out to you in today’s reading?

Paul is warned that imprisonment awaits him in Jerusalem, but he refuses to turn back.

In Acts 21, Agabus gives a vivid prophecy about Paul’s arrest. Paul’s friends plead with him not to continue, but Paul is ready to suffer, and even die, for the name of Jesus.

After arriving in Jerusalem, Paul meets with James and the elders. He agrees to take part in a purification ceremony, but false accusations soon turn the city against him. A violent crowd seizes Paul, and Roman soldiers arrive just in time to save his life.

Acts 21 challenges us to consider what faithful obedience looks like when following God comes with a cost.

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