An Aerial View of the New Testament
Each one of the four gospels presents Jesus Christ in a specific and unique way to its intended audience. Matthew wrote to Jewish believers, portraying Jesus as the promised Messiah and King. Mark addressed Romans and other Gentiles—emphasizing Jesus as the faithful servant. Luke crafted his gospel for Greeks and Gentile believers—presenting Jesus as the perfect man. And John wrote to the entire world—revealing Jesus as the unique Son of God. Together, the four gospels provide a comprehensive portrait of Jesus that He is the promised Messiah of the Old Testament and the only Savior of the world. Join Tom Pennington as he not only explains the message of the four gospels but gives An Aerial View of the New Testament.
Part 10
In Acts 2, Luke, the author of Acts, records the first church service, where the apostle Peter preached the first gospel sermon at Pentecost. There, he explained the Old Testament and proclaimed Jesus as both Lord and Messiah. Peter’s message summarizes the gospel message that was taught by the apostles and the early church.
Part 11
Acts begins with the church's explosive birth at Pentecost through Peter's sermon. Luke then records the church's unstoppable growth amid fierce opposition from Jewish leadership—opposition that culminates in Stephen's heartbreaking martyrdom. But here's the beautiful irony: this tragic incident not only highlights the glorious gospel of Jesus Christ but actually catapults the good news far beyond Jerusalem's borders.
Part 12
The second half of Acts covers Paul's life and ministry. The text records his profound conversion, growth in Scripture knowledge, arrest in Jerusalem, imprisonment in Caesarea, appeal to Caesar, and journey to Rome for house arrest. There he continued preaching the gospel, so Acts concludes with the gospel traveling from Jerusalem to Rome.