The book of Acts tells the incredible origin story of the church, where miracles, persecution, bold faith, and the unstoppable power of the Holy Spirit collide to change the world forever. In this 8-session women’s Bible study from teacher and author Kelly Minter, you’ll explore the people and context of this pivotal time in history, including the fellowship of the multi-ethnic church, the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, the missionary journeys of Peter and Paul, and the ministries of many prominent women. In this Bible study for women on the book of Acts, you'll discover what it means to be Jesus's witness today, get a vision of living in rich community, and be challenged to live with great purpose and passion in God's unfolding story.

Features:

• In-depth Bible study for women through the book of Acts
• 8 teaching videos from Kelly Minter, approximately 31-45 minutes each, available via redemption code printed in the Bible study book
• 8 group sessions and 7 weeks of personal Bible study
• Beautiful art and photography that immerse readers in the landscape of the New Testament
• Maps that illustrate the missionary journeys and the growth of the early church

With Acts you will:

• Discover how the Holy Spirit empowered the early church—and you today—to live with purpose and power.
• Be encouraged to live out the gospel with courage, compassion, and conviction.
• See how your ordinary life fits into God’s extraordinary plan to reach the world—starting right where you are.

Video Sessions:

• Session One: Introduction (28:51)—Kelly kicks off the Acts study with a big-picture overview of the biblical story, showing how the themes of creation, covenant, temple, kingdom, and Messiah converge in the book of Acts. In this video, you’ll discover how the kingdom of God is advancing through the Holy Spirit and be challenged to join Christ’s mission to the ends of the earth.

• Session Two: The Church Is Born (41:54)—What changed when the Holy Spirit came at Pentecost? In this powerful study of Acts 2, Kelly highlights how Jesus's followers were transformed into a Spirit-filled community, bringing heaven to earth and carrying God's message to every nation.

• Session Three: The Church on the Move (44:24)—Philip’s ministry in Acts shows the gospel moving toward people often pushed to the margins—widows, Samaritans, and an Ethiopian eunuch—bringing healing, belonging, and joy wherever the Spirit leads. Kelly invites each of us to say yes to God’s call, whether it feels too small for our pride or too great for our fear.

• Session Four: The Call of the Apostle Paul (43:03)—Acts 10 is one of the most stunning moments in Scripture as God tears down walls, opens doors to the Gentiles, and calls His people into surprising obedience. In this session’s video teaching, we’ll explore the real time implications this moment in church history has for the way we live on mission today.

• Session Five: Paul’s First Mission (38:45)—Join Kelly as she takes a closer look at Paul’s encounter with Jesus on the Damascus Road and how it changed his understanding of God, salvation, the church, and his mission.

• Session Six: The Gospel Goes West (42:26)—In this video, Kelly focuses on Paul’s time in Athens and his example of how to lovingly confront cultural barriers with the truth of Jesus. We’ll be challenged and equipped to share the gospel in a world chasing everything but the one true God.

• Session Seven: A Faith Tested (37:02)—What did Paul most want Christians to understand? In this session, we’ll unpack his heartfelt farewell in Acts 19–20 and discover a blueprint for faithful ministry marked by the gift of our presence, teaching the Word, sacrificing for others, and radical generosity.

• Session Eight: To the Ends of the Earth (45:30)—Kelly wraps up her study of Acts by following Paul’s harrowing journey to Rome. Through Paul’s courage and witness, we are invited to trust Jesus in the storm, live as a source of hope for others, and join the ongoing mission of the gospel “to Rome and beyond.”