Stephen recounts the ways the early church grew, including his life of service as one of the Seven. He briefly describes his speech before the Sanhedrin and his death by stoning, which helped spread the church into other cities and countries. The basis for this episode is Acts 6-7.
Scripture References: Acts 2: 1-47, Acts 6:1 - 8:3
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Eyewitness Bible: Acts EP4 - Philip t...
Philip the Evangelist talks about the growth of the early church due to Stephen’s execution. He describes his evangelical trip to Samaria, and how Peter confirmed his work there. Philip then tells of the conversion of the Ethiopian eunuch before his subsequent trip to Caesarea. The basis for th...
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Eyewitness Bible: Acts EP5 - Barnabas
Barnabas tells of his involvement in the early church, including his gift of the proceeds from the sale of his land. He then briefly describes how he becomes Paul’s mentor and traveling companion. The basis for this episode is Acts 2, 9 and 11.
Scripture References: Acts 9: 27, Acts 11: 19-30...
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Eyewitness Bible: Acts EP6 - John Mark
John Mark describes his family relationship with Barnabas and their time on the First Missionary Journey. He offers one possibility of his life after abandoning the First Missionary Journey. The basis for this episode is Acts 13.
Scripture References: Acts 12:25 - 13:30, Acts 14: 36-41
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