This episode begins a three-part series on the book of Acts, the story of how the early church began.We explore how the story of Jesus continues after the Gospels, not ending with His resurrection or ascension.Learn why Acts is often called the bridge between the life of Jesus and the growth of the early church.Discover what Jesus meant when He told His followers they would be His witnesses.Walk through Acts 1 and see why Jesus asked the disciples to wait before beginning their mission.Understand who the Holy Spirit is and why His coming changes everything.Experience the events of Pentecost and the birth of the church in Acts 2.See how ordinary, uncertain people were empowered to take part in God’s work.Learn what the early Christian community looked like and why it mattered.Reflect on how the same Spirit at work in Acts is still at work today.Sources: Meyer, J. (n.d.). The Everyday Life Bible (Amplified ed.). FaithWords.MacArthur, J. (Ed.). (n.d.). The MacArthur Study Bible (New International Version). Thomas Nelson.Pickett, F. (n.d.). Presenting the Holy Spirit. Word of Faith Press.The Word in Life Study Bible. (n.d.). New International Version. Zondervan.We'd love to hear from you - Click Here to Text Us a Message.Have questions about what it means to follow Jesus?Whether you’re just starting your faith journey or exploring what the Bible teaches, we’d love to walk with you. God’s invitation is real, personal, and full of grace. 💬 Reach out to Jacqui at [email protected]📖 Talk to a trusted Christian in your life🏠 Or visit a Bible-believing church near you You are not alone. God’s Word is alive, and He is still drawing people to Himself today. Don’t hesitate to take the next step. Thank you for tuning in! Bible Basics is now streaming in video on Youtube. Please subscribe now! Feel free to contact us at [email protected]. We would love to hear from you!Note: All scripture references are from the NIV translation unless otherwise indicated.