The Prolonged Struggle of Supernatural Forces for Creation’s Loyalty as Revealed In— Vol. IV.—The Times and Ministry of the Early Christians —The Acts of the Apostles. Heritage Edition—Over 100 Century-Old Illustrations, 385 pages. This fourth volume—The Acts of the Apostles—covers the experience of the early Christian Church. While the Bible’s book of Acts covers a period of only a little more than three decades, it is filled with important lessons for the church in every age. God clearly indicates that the Christian today shall experience the presence of the same Spirit who came with power at Pentecost and fanned the gospel message into a flame. The acts of the Holy Spirit through Peter and Paul, John and James, and others can be repeated in the modern disciple. The abruptness with which the book of Acts closes is not accidental; it deliberately suggests that the thrilling narrative is unfinished, that the acts of God through the Spirit are to have their sequel throughout the Christian dispensation—each successive generation adding a chapter full of beauty and power to the one that preceded it. CONTENTS SECTION I. — CHRIST ESTABLISHES HIS CHURCH 1. God’s Purpose for His Church 2. The Training of the Twelve . 3. The Great Commission SECTION II. — PERSECUTED CHURCH GROWS 4. Pentecost 5. The Gift of the Spirit 6. At the Temple Gate 7. A Warning Against Hypocrisy 8. Before the Sanhedrin 9. The Seven Deacons 10. The First Christian Martyr 11. The Gospel In Samaria 12. From Persecutor to Disciple 13. Days of Preparation 14. A Seeker for Truth 15. Delivered From Prison 16. The Gospel Message In Antioch SECTION III. — PAUL’S MISSIONARY JOURNEYS 17. Heralds of the Gospel 18. Preaching Among the Heathen 19. Jew and Gentile 20. Exalting the Cross 21. In the Regions Beyond 22. Thessalonica 23. Berea and Athens 24. Corinth 25. The Thessalonian Letters 26. Apollos at Corinth 27. Ephesus 28. Days of Toil and Trial 29. A Message of Warning and Entreaty 30. Called to Reach a Higher Standard 31. The Message Heeded 32. A Liberal Church 33. Laboring Under Difficulties 34. A Consecrated Ministry 35. Salvation to the Jews 36. Apostasy In Galatia SECTION IV. PAUL’S ARRESTS AND TRIALS 37. Paul’s Last Journey to Jerusalem 38. Paul, a Prisoner 39. The Trial at Caesarea 40. Paul Appeals to Caesar 41. “Almost Thou Persuadest Me” 42. The Voyage and Shipwreck 43. In Rome 44. Caesar’s Household 45. Written From Rome 46. At Liberty 47. The Final Arrest 48. Paul Before Nero 49. Paul’s Last Letter 50. Condemned to Die SECTION V. PETER’S LATER MINISTRY 51. A Faithful Under-Shepherd 52. Steadfast Unto the End SECTION VI. JOHN’S MINISTRY AND THE REVELATION 53. John the Beloved 54. A Faithful Witness 55. Transformed by Grace 56. Patmos 57. The Revelation 58. The Church Triumphant The Companion Volumes are: Vol. I.—Adam & Eve Through King David’s Reign — Patriarchs and Prophets. Vol. II.—King Solomon Until the Promised Deliverer — Prophets and Kings. Vol. III.—The Life and Ministry of Jesus Christ — The Desire of Ages. Vol. V.—The Christian Era Until Victory is Unanimously Achieved — The Great Controversy. * Supernatural Revelations Explaining Past, Present, & Future * — TRANSFORMING TRUTH STRANGER THAN FICTION —

"Selected episodes from the Acts of the Apostles to help children understand better the first witnesses to the Gospel"--Back cover.

In youthful yet tasteful comic-book style, Jesus comes alive for young readers with vibrant and expressive four-color illustrations and simple but engaging text. The moving story of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus is told in a way young readers will find both attractive and challenging; the Gospel is simplified without losing any of its saving power. "And what about you, who do you say that I am?"

This groundbreaking commentary is the first to provide a detailed social and rhetorical analysis of the book of Acts. At the same time it gives detailed attention to major theological and historical issues.

Relates the miracles of Jesus, from turning water to wine to the man with a withered hand to and his walk on water.

The NIV is the world's best-selling modern translation, with over 150 million copies in print since its first full publication in 1978. This highly accurate and smooth-reading version of the Bible in modern English has the largest library of printed and electronic support material of any modern translation.

The engaging illustrations help Scripture come alive and capture the importance of the events and the dignity of the characters. The frame-by-frame narrative makes it easy--and entertaining--for everyone to discover Acts of the Apostles: the story of Jesus and the His Apostles as they formed the early Church. Younger children can become familiar with the adventures of Acts of the Apostles by following the story through vibrant illustrations, while older children will be immersed in God's Word like never before. Your children and teens will reach for God's Word again and again, and you'll find yourself doing the same! If you've always wanted to really sit down and read the Bible but have found it difficult, this is the Bible for you. Acts of the Apostles features: The complete text of the Acts of the Apostles (Revised Standard Version, Catholic Edition) Fully illustrated comic-book style frames for every verse A graphic novel-style binding, making it easy to read on-the-go Chapter and verse numbering for easy reference Discover the thrilling story of how Jesus's first followers went forth to evangelize the world--and the adventures and dangers they faced along the way--in captivating comic book form!

Eighteen parables from the Gospels, told with simple words and brightly colored illustrations, to help children better understand the parables of Jesus.