Sermon Series
MISSION UNSTOPPABLE
STUDIES IN ACTS
Sunday Mornings Summer 2026
In the book of Acts we see the risen Lord, by the power of his Holy Spirit, carrying forward his unstoppable mission to take the gospel to the ends of the earth.
Series available on our YouTube channel from 21st June 2026
Bible reading schedule
June 21 - Acts 1:1-11
June 28 - Acts 1:12-26
July 5 - Acts 2:1-13
July 12 - Acts 2:14-41
July 19 - Acts 2:42-47
July 26 - Acts 3:1-10
Aug 2 - Acts 3:11-26
Aug 9 - Acts 4:1-22
Aug 16 - Acts 4:23-31
Aug 23 - Acts 4:32-37
Aug 30 - Acts 5:1-11
Sep 6 - Acts 5:12-16
Sep 13 - Acts 5:17-42
Sep 20 - Acts 6:1-7
Sep 27 - Acts 6:8-15
Resources for this series
Books
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The Bible Speaks Today.
The Book of Acts, John Stott believes, is important not only for its vivid historical record. It is also vital for the inspiration which it brings to us now. Today’s church can seek to recapture something of the early confidence, enthusiasm, vision and power of the church of the first century. Despite all its imperfections and troubles, the young church clearly had been overwhelmed by the Holy Spirit, who thrust it out to witness.
The experiences of the early church therefore have much to say about issues that concern Christians today. What can Acts tell us about extraordinary manifestations of the Spirit? How should churches structure themselves – with elders, deacons, pastors or all three? And, of course, how should the church reach out into a lost world, with the glorious message of salvation?
As John Stott concludes: ‘The Acts of the Apostles have long ago finished: the acts of the followers of Jesus will continue until the end of the world.’
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A Guide to Teaching and Preaching from Acts.
The book of Acts describes the exciting beginnings of the Christian church. Miracles and healings combine with powerful preaching and church growth - along with martyrdom, opposition, and failure amongst church members and leaders. If Acts has a 'hero', it is God himself, who plans and guides the spread of the gospel, from Jerusalem to the ends of the earth.
Acts is also a long book, and this can cause problems for getting to grips with its message. In this accessible and lively guide, Chris Green provides keys to the 'architecture' of Acts. First, he looks at the big picture and tries to make sense of it theologically, as a coherent and structured narrative. Next, he focuses on smaller sections, as Luke appears to have arranged them. Then he offers some examples of real sermons, which show how to apply the structures and patterns. Finally, he turns to the impact Acts should have on Christian life and ministry in today's churches.
With clarity, warmth and insight, this book opens up Acts in the spirit of the apostle Paul: 'Now I commit you to God and to the word of his grace, which can build you up and give you an inheritance among all those who are sanctified' (Acts 20:32).
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The book of Acts tells the story of God's unstoppable mission as the good news of the gospel reaches the nations. Acts invites us to become the next generation of witnesses, attesting to the transforming power of the risen Lord.
Martin Salter's commentary shows how we can be confident that wherever we are and whatever we face, the one enthroned in heaven is still at work, through his people, empowered by his Spirit, to transform lives.
