Actes 7:48

“I’ll Praise You Anywhere," Brandon Lake declares in his new song “Praise You Anywhere." But, what does it truly look like to praise God anywhere and everywhere? How do we tangibly do this? Join us as we take time to learn about praising God on the mountain, the valleys, and in the ordinary.

In thirty years, the good news of Jesus Christ which had begun in Jerusalem had reached the pinnacle of power in the then known world. A quick overview of the book will show that rapid growth occurred largely due to the working of God’s Holy Spirit, the availability of sincere people, and the simple pattern that was employed.

This four-day devotional traces the movement of the Holy Spirit from Acts 2 to 6, 7, and 17. Beginning with Pentecost, it explores Spirit-filled community and mission, then addresses internal conflict and faithful delegation in Acts 6. In Acts 7, Stephen models bold, Spirit-empowered witness. Finally, Acts 17 highlights Paul’s perseverance amid opposition, challenging believers to live with courage, clarity, and unwavering commitment to the gospel in every context.

The Essential 100® Bible Challenge is a simple tool to read through the Big Story of God's Word. The reading plan is based on 50 Old Testament and 50 New Testament passages. Continue with the fifteenth part "The Church Is Born." ®Produced by American Bible Society in partnership with Scripture Union, Inc.