This is a 20 lesson series on Acts 1-12. These may be used as individual lessons or as part of the Series.

Acts 5:17-42 – TAKING A STAND – The Model Church, #11            

  • When was the last time you had to take a stand about something and why?
  • Why do people vary in the number and types of stands they take?
  • How do we know when to take a stand and when not to?
  • When does Jesus want us to take a stand? 

The early church was growing (verses 14-16).  The leadership in Jerusalem was unhappy and wanted to silence the church.  The Apostles were threatened. It was time to take a stand. 

CONSTERNATION AND CONFINEMENT – Vss. 17-18

COMMISSION AND CONFUSION – Vss. 19-25

CONFRONTATION AND CONSULTATION – Vss. 26-39

COMMAND AND CONCLUSION – Vss. 40-42