A pivotal moment unfolds in Jerusalem as the resurrected Jesus prepares to ascend to heaven. For forty days, He teaches His disciples about the kingdom of God, emphasizing the importance of waiting for the promised Holy Spirit. As He ascends, the disciples gaze in awe, receiving a commission to be His witnesses to the ends of the earth. This chapter highlights the transition from Jesus' earthly ministry to the establishment of the Church. In the absence of Judas Iscariot, the remaining apostles, led by Peter, seek to fill the vacancy among the twelve. They pray for guidance and ultimately select Matthias through casting lots, marking the first significant decision of the early Church. This chapter sets the stage for the coming of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the Church, emphasizing themes of obedience, community, and divine direction.
Acts Chapter 1
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