1. Jesus’ story/our story – Acts1:1-11 Film 1 Luke’s Gospel Bethlehem  Jesus’ ascension Jesus bringing about salvation Film 2 Acts Pentecost  Paul in Rome Jesus pouring out salvation Film 3 Church History N.T.  Jesus’ return Jesus pouring out salvation Film 4 Eternity Jesus’ return  God’s salvation seen in it’s perfection

2. Our story as part of Jesus’ story Not spectators but participants. 2 vital truths 1. Jesus is alive – v.1-3 a. Look back – Jesus’ birth, life, death & resurrection b. Look up – Jesus is Lord now – 2:34- 36 2. Jesus sends his Spirit – v.4,5,8

3. Jesus sends his Spirit a. Who are the disciples? 1. Ordinary people – 1:11 2. Slow learners – 1:6 3. Few in number – 1:15