Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Acts 1:12

Isolation ≠ seclusion. In isolation, fear is loud; in seclusion, God is heard. Where are you standing in this season of uncertainty: behind the closed doors of fear or in the waiting room of God's sovereignty? As with the disciples, God can change our lives in one visit, but He needs a private moment with us first. Make room for seclusion and God will intercede!

The book of Acts is the exciting story of the advance of God's Kingdom in the early days of the church. Today, the book of Acts is still happening in many places around the world. This reading plan links stories from Acts in the Bible with real stories today.

Have you ever wanted to help someone in need, but you didn’t feel like you had anything to offer them? You are not alone! But here’s the good news: No matter how much we have, we ALL have something to give. Join in as we explore how we can spread God’s love through generosity!

A.D. The Bible Continues is the epic 12-episode series now airing on NBC. As Caiaphas and Pilate struggle to contain the news of Jesus’ resurrection, the Holy Spirit arrives at Pentecost and galvanizes the fledgling church. Peter’s daughter arrives unexpectedly in Jerusalem, and Peter is arrested when he miraculously heals a beggar. Jewish rebels threaten Pilate’s life.

The Holy Spirit who worked in and through the members of the early Church is the same Holy Spirit who works in and through members of the Church today. Their story is our history, one we can draw on and learn from as we execute the mission we’ve been given as followers of Jesus Christ. 

Although all Christ centered churches and denominations are on equal ground before God, there are some churches and denominations where the Holy Spirit is sought, respected, loved and enjoyed more than others. Rocky shares his perspective on what God’s family needs to do if He chooses to repeat a mighty outpouring of His Spirit as was done at Pentecost. We need a special outpouring of His Spirit!

Chapter 1 of Acts sets the stage as it were for the events that occurred on the day of Pentecost in Acts 2. It highlights how the Apostles were equipped and empowered to spread the word of God, starting from Jerusalem and eventually to the ends of the earth.

Pentecost is an event which continues to impact Believers and the Church around the world to this day. Explore the power available to you because of Pentecost in this dynamic five-day devotional.

In 50 carefully selected passages from the Bible, you will discover the essential question Paul asked the Lord while he was traveling to Damascus: "What shall I do, Lord?" Have you ever asked yourself, What difference am I making with my life? On some level, we all struggle to find our own answer to that fundamental question. The search for significance is the underlying motivation for virtually all human activity.

What if you never expected miraculous healing was possible but were surprised when it actually happened? What if you found out that, all along, the Bible had principles for healing prayer that you could apply to your life for restoring body, mind, and spirit? Discover why healing prayer is God’s idea—and one of the greatest activities in which Christians can participate with God to fulfill His purposes.