In the former treatise, Dear friend Theophilus, I have written of all that Jesus began to do and teach,

but ye shall receive power of the holy ghost which shall come on you. And ye shall be witnesses unto me in Jerusalem, and in all Jewry, and in Samaria, and even unto the world's end."

And when he had spoken these things, while they beheld, he was taken up: and a cloud received him up out of their sight.

And while they looked steadfastly up to heaven, as he went; behold, two men stood by them in white apparel,

These all continued with one accord, in prayer, and supplication with the women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brethren.

And the same hath now possessed a plot of ground with the reward of iniquity. And when he was hanged, burst asunder in the midst, and all his bowels gushed out.

And it is known unto all the inhabiters of Jerusalem. Insomuch that that field is called in their mother tongue, Akeldama, that is to say the blood field.

Wherefore of these men which have companied with us - all the time that the Lord Jesus went out and in among us,

And they prayed, saying, "Thou Lord which knowest the hearts of all men, show whether thou hast chosen of these two,

When the fiftieth day was come, they were all with one accord gathered together in one place.

And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as it had been the coming of a mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they sat.

and they were all filled with the holy ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, even as the spirit gave them utterance.

And there were dwelling at Jerusalem Jews, devout men, which were of all nations under heaven.

They wondered all, and marveled: saying among themselves, "Behold, are not all these which speak of Galilee?

They were all amazed, and wondered: saying one to another, "What meaneth this?"

But Peter stepped forth with the eleven, and lift up his voice, and said unto them, "Ye men of Jewry, and all ye that inhabit Jerusalem: be this known unto you, and with your ears hear my words.

'It shall be in the last days, saith God, of my spirit I will pour out upon all flesh. And your sons, and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions. And your old men shall dream dreams.

And on my servants, and on my handmaidens I will pour out of my spirit in those days; And they shall prophesy.

And I will show wonders in heaven above, and tokens in the earth beneath, blood and fire, and the vapour of smoke.

This Jesus hath God raised up, whereof we all are witnesses.

So therefore let all the house of Israel know for a surety, that God hath made the same Jesus whom ye have crucified, Lord and Christ."

"For the promise was made unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar, even as many as the Lord God shall call."

And all that believed kept themselves together, and had all things common.

And sold their possessions and goods, and departed them to all men, as every man had need.

and had favour with all the people, and the Lord added to the congregation daily such as should be saved.

And all the people saw him walk and laud God.

And as the halt which was healed held Peter and John, all the people ran amazed unto them in Solomon's porch.

And his name, through the faith of his name, hath made this man sound whom ye see and know. And the faith which is by him, hath to him given this health, in the presence of you all.

And now, brethren, I know well that through ignorance ye did it, as did also your heads.

But those things which God before had showed by the mouth of all his prophets, how that Christ should suffer, he hath thus wise fulfilled it.

that is, to wit, Jesus Christ: which must receive heaven until the time that all things which God hath spoken by the mouth of all his holy prophets since the world began, be restored again.

For Moses said unto the fathers, 'A prophet shall the Lord your God raise up unto you, even of your brethren, like unto me: him shall ye hear in all things whatsoever he shall say unto you.

For the time will come, that every soul which shall not hear that same prophet, shall be destroyed from among the people.'

Also all the prophets from Samuel, and thenceforth, as many as have spoken, have in likewise told of these days.

Ye are the children of the prophets, and of the covenant, which God hath made unto our fathers, saying to Abraham, 'Even in thy seed shall all the kindreds of the earth be blessed.'

if we this day are examined of the good deed done to the sick man by what means he is made whole:

be it known unto you all, and to all the people of Israel, that in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom ye crucified, and whom God raised from death again, even by him doth this man stand here present before you whole.

saying, "What shall we do to these men? For a manifest sign is done by them, and is openly known to all them that dwell in Jerusalem, and we cannot deny it:

So threatened they them and let them go; And found nothing how to punish them, because of the people: For all men lauded God for the miracle which was done.

As soon as they were let go, they came to their fellows, and showed all that the high priests and elders had said to them.

And when they heard that, they lifted up their voices to God with one accord and said, "Lord, thou art God which hast made heaven and earth, the sea and all that in them is,

And now Lord behold their threatenings, and grant unto thy servants with all confidence to speak thy word.

And as soon as they had prayed, the place moved where they were assembled together, and they were all filled with the holy ghost, and they spake the word of God boldly.

And the multitude of them that believed, were of one heart; And of one soul. Also, none of them said that any of the things which he possessed was his own: But had all things common.

And with great power gave the apostles witness of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And great grace was with them all.

When Ananias heard these words, he fell down and gave up the ghost. And great fear came on all them that these things heard.

And great fear came on all the congregation; and on as many as heard it.

By the hands of the apostles were many signs and wonders showed among the people. And they were all together with one accord in Solomon's porch.

Then the chief priest rose up, and all they that were with him: which is the sect of the Sadducees: and were full of indignation,

"Go step forth, and speak in the temple to the people all the words of this life."

When they heard that, they entered into the temple early in the morning and taught. The chief priest came and they that were with him and called a council together, and all the elders of the children of Israel, and sent to the prison to fetch them.

When the chief priest of all and the ruler of the temple and the high priests heard these things, they doubted of them whereunto this would grow.

Then stood there up one in the council, a Pharisee named Gamaliel, a doctor of law, had in authority among all the people and bade to put the apostles aside a little space,

Before these days rose up one Theudas boasting himself, to whom resorted a number of men, about a four hundred, which was slain, and they all which believed him were scattered abroad, and brought to nought.

After this man arose there up one Judas of Galilee, in the time when tribute began, and drew away much people after him. He also perished: and all, even as many as harkened to him, are scattered abroad.

And now I say unto you: refrain yourselves from these men, let them alone: For if the counsel or this work be of men, it will come to nought:

but we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministration of the word."

And the saying pleased the whole multitude well. And they chose Stephen, a man full of faith, and of the holy ghost, and Philip, and Prochorus, and Nicanor, and Timon, and Parmenas, and Nicholas, a convert of Antioch,

And all that sat in the council looked steadfastly on him, and saw his face as it had been the face of an angel.

And he said, "Ye men, brethren, and fathers, hearken to. The God of glory appeared unto our father Abraham while he was yet in Mesopotamia, before he dwelt in Haran,

'But the nation to whom they shall be in bondage, will I judge,' said God, 'and after that shall they come forth, and serve me in this place.'

and delivered him out of all his adversities, and gave him favour and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh, king of Egypt; which made him governor over Egypt, and over all his household.

Then came there a dearth over all the land of Egypt, and Canaan, and great affliction, that our fathers found no sustenance.

Then sent Joseph and caused his father to be brought, and all his kin: three score and fifteen souls.

And Moses was learned in all manner wisdom of the Egyptians, and was mighty in deeds and in words.

I have perfectly seen the affliction of my people which is in Egypt, and I have heard their groaning, and am come down to deliver them. And now, come: and I will send thee into Egypt.'

And ye took unto you the tabernacle of Moloch, and the star of your god Rephan, figures which ye made to worship them. And I will translate you beyond Babylon.'

Howbeit, he that is highest of all dwelleth not in temples made with hands, as saith the prophet,

'Heaven is my seat, and earth is my footstool: what house will ye build for me, saith the Lord? Or what place is it that I should rest in?

Hath not my hand made all these things?'

Then they gave a shout with a loud voice, and stopped their ears and all ran upon him at once,

Saul had pleasure in his death. And at that time there was a great persecution against the congregation which was at Jerusalem, and they were all scattered abroad throughout the regions of Jewry and Samaria, except the apostles.

And he arose and went on, and behold, a man of Ethiopia which was a chamberlain and of great authority with Candace, queen of the Ethiopians, and had the rule of all her treasure, came to Jerusalem for to pray.

Philip said unto him, "If thou believe with all thine heart, thou mayest." He answered, and said, "I believe that Jesus Christ is the son of God."

and here he hath authority of the high priests to bind all that call on thy name."

For I will show him how great things he must suffer for my name's sake."

All that heard him were amazed and said, "Is not this he that spoiled them which called on this name in Jerusalem? And came hither for the intent that he should bring them bound unto the high priests?"

And after a good while, the Jews took counsel together among themselves, to kill him.

Then the disciples took him by night, and put him through the wall and let him down in a basket.

And when Saul was come to Jerusalem, he assayed to couple himself with the disciples, and they were all afraid of him and believed not that he was a disciple.

Then had the congregations rest, throughout all Jewry and Galilee and Samaria, and were edified, and walked in the fear of the Lord; And multiplied by the comfort of the holy ghost.

And it chanced that as Peter walked throughout all quarters, he came to the saints which dwelt at Lydda.

Then said Peter unto him, "Aeneas, the Lord Jesus Christ make thee whole: Arise and make thy bed." And he arose immediately.

And all that dwelt at Lydda and Sharon, saw him, and turned to the Lord.

Peter arose and came with them: And when he was come, they brought him into the chamber, and all the widows stood round about him weeping and showing the coats and garments which Dorcas made while she was with them.

And Peter put them all forth and kneeled down and prayed and turned him to the body, and said, "Tabitha, arise." And she opened her eyes: and when she saw Peter, she sat up.

And it was known throughout all Joppa, and many believed on the Lord.

a devout man, and one that feared God with all his household, which gave much alms to the people, and prayed God always.

and told them all the matter, and sent them to Joppa.

Then waxed he a hungered, and would have eaten. But while they made ready for him, he fell into a trance,

wherein were all manner of four footed beasts of the earth and vermin and worms, and fouls of the air.

While Peter mused in himself what this vision which he had seen meant, behold: the men which were sent from Cornelius, had made inquirance for Simon's house, and stood before the door.

While Peter thought on this vision, the spirit said unto him, "Behold, men seek thee: arise therefore, get thee down,

And they said unto him, "Cornelius the captain, a just man and one that feareth God, and of good report among all the people of the Jews, was warned by a holy angel, to send for thee into his house, and to hear words of thee."

Then sent I for thee immediately, and thou hast well done for to come. Now are we all here, present before God to hear all things that are commanded unto thee of God."

but in all people, he that feareth him and worketh righteousness, is accepted with him.

Ye know the preaching that God sent unto the children of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ, which is Lord over all things;

which preaching was published throughout all Jewry, and began in Galilee, after the baptism preached by John;

How God had anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the holy ghost, and with power; which Jesus went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devils, for God was with him.

And we are witnesses of all things which he did in the land of the Jews and at Jerusalem: whom they slew, and hung on tree.