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ADA008
Three thousand people convert
The article deals with the conversion of three thousand people following Peter's speech. It highlights the challenges for the young church, the importance of the work of the Holy Spirit, and the renewed meaning of Christian baptism.
John 14.26 (King James Version) :But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
ADA018
The remarkable growth of the early Church
The ADA018 article comments on Acts 5.12-16, describing the growth of the early Church in Jerusalem in the spring of 33. The apostles perform miracles publicly in Solomon’s Portico, the Church grows in numbers, men and women alike, and the apostles’ reputation grows among the people, despite a fear aroused by the judgment of Ananias and Sapphira. The passage establishes a strong parallel with the ministry of Jesus.
Luke 5.26 (King James Version) :And they were all amazed, and they glorified God, and were filled with fear, saying, We have seen strange things to day.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org