“But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be My witnesses both in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and even to the remotest part of the earth.” (Acts 1:8)
The Book of Acts is full of instructive material on how a church should function. A church is healthy when it can clarify its own roots, meaning and purpose for existence from the New Testament church. The healthy church has a mission statement, seriously implements this vision and overcomes the obstacles that arise and good work.
Along with many practical lessons, the Book of Acts brings special insight from theological teachings on topics as the Holy Spirit (Pneumatology), the Church (Ecclesiology), Salvation (Soteriology) and not the least Missions (Missionology). Many New Testament books find their background material right in this book. The Book of Acts much like a technician can be used to to detect, expose and correct church problems.
As we step into the experiences of the saints of old, may we also regain the fervor and zeal of preaching the gospel and making disciples. May our prayers come alive and our hearts become fixed on the mission of Christ as we join the church in its making.
