Assignment: Philip, Saul, and Peter
1. Read 8:4-25, about the ministry of Philip in Samaria
a. Summarize this passage in a few sentences
b. What is Simon the Sorcerer's big error?
2. Read 8:1-3 and 9:1-30, about Saul (a.k.a. Paul)
a. List the actions undertaken by the Lord/Jesus/the Holy Spirit in this material. You do not need to use full sentences in your list, but should identify each line item using words
b. Based on this passage, what do you think the Lord means by, "how much he must suffer for the sake of my name" (9:16)?
3. Read 10:1-11:18, about the events surrounding Peter and Cornelius
a. Summarize this chunk of text in a good, thick paragraph
b. Focus on 11:1-17. List the pieces of evidence Peter uses to defend his actions? On what bases does he support Gentile inclusion?
4. Read 11:19-26, about the early church in Antioch (which is in Syria). The end of this passage says that the disciples were first called "Christians" at Antioch. According to this passage, what are some traits of the church in Antioch?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.