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Acts of the apostles

Author, date, and similarities to Luke’ Same as Luke’s Gospel (2nd half of one work) Also addressed to Theophilus Similar style and language Experiences and life direction of apostles mirror those of Jesus: aka: martyrdom Exception: John Date: mid-80s: directly after Luke

Similarities to Luke Jerusalem still central - Before Ascension, apostles told they will be Jesus’ witnesses not only in Jerusalem, but to the ends of the earth. - the base of operations for future of the church

Similar themes I. Central role of Holy Spirit: is active and alive in the disciples of Jesus - Apostles shown continuing Jesus’ work in the world - Jesus’ promise to send the Spirit - outpouring of the Spirit on Pentecost - Spirit’s presence empowers apostles

Similar themes in luke and acts (cont.) The Gospel is for all people As in Luke, Jesus is universal Messiah - Spirit inspires church leaders at first ecumenical Council of Jerusalem (50 AD?) to allow Gentiles to convert without first becoming Jews - Faith, baptism, and repentance are all required for conversion to Christ

Prologue (acts 1:1-11) Addresses Theophilus-linking first work to Acts Tells readers that Jesus appeared to disciples over 40 day period Symbolic Meaning of Forty: a reminder of Israelites’ 40 year experience in the desert Jesus’ departure to the desert after receiving HS A prep period for disciples before the coming of the Spirit A complete generation

The Ascension Marks a transition in salvation history: From Jesus’ earthly ministry to the age of the church.

The church in jerusalem (Acts 1:12-5:42) Preparation for the coming of the Spirit the apostles and other disciples, Jesus’ mother, and several other women form first community of Christians 10 days later, the descent of the Holy Spirit will occur on Pentecost the community prepares itself by praying

Mathias is chosen to replace Judas 12 apostles: symbolic of 12 tribes of Israel Highlighted Church as the New Israel Reflected God’s new covenant with all people.

pentecost The Descent of the Holy Spirit Pentecost (fiftieth): a major Jewish feast for the harvest Also celebrated God’s covenant with Moses Jews from all over the Mediterranean attend Holy Spirit inspires the apostles to proclaim the gospel people from different nations understand the message in their own languages

Peter’s Pentecost sermon Contains the kerygma-the central proclamation of the Gospel message life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Introduction: relates the speech to rest of story assures audience disciples are not drunk Joel’s prophecy promising Spirit recalled

Old Testament proofs to support argument: Miracles of Jesus Jesus crucified: indicts hearers for their part Announces glorious resurrection and ascension States that he and other apostles were eyewitnesses to these events Jesus’ promise to send Spirit is fulfilled

Sermon’s call to action: repentance and baptism Gift of Holy Spirit then received

Peter heals crippled beggar Christian Community Community must be rooted in the gospel truth handed down by apostles Nourishment must come from Eucharist and prayer Live out ideal of a community-loving fellowship: rich care for poor, healthy looking after sick, etc.