"A Simple Presentation into The Book of ACTS" - Chapter #4 (Part 2) - Bro. John "Ernie" Perez

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Bro. Ernie continues our study on "A Simple Presentation into The Book of ACTS", Chapter 4, Part 2. A healed man at the Beautiful Gate and a courtroom full of power shouldn’t belong in the same story but Acts 4 brings them face to face—and everything changes. We walk through verses 19–37 with clear steps for real life: obey God rather than men, pray Scripture when pressure rises, and expect the Holy Spirit to turn private devotion into public courage.
We start by grounding the moment: Annas and Caiaphas still shape the city’s religious power, the resurrection is fresh in memory, and one undeniable miracle has set the city buzzing. Peter and John refuse to be quiet about what they’ve seen and heard. Their courage isn’t swagger; it’s obedience. When they gather with believers, the room lifts Psalm 2 like a banner, reading their moment through prophecy instead of panic. They ask for boldness to speak and for God’s hand to heal in Jesus’ name—fully aware the last miracle sparked threats. The answer is immediate and unforgettable: the place shakes, they are all filled with the Holy Spirit again, and the word goes out with boldness.
From there, we follow the grace trail. “One heart and one soul” becomes more than a phrase as the community meets real needs with real sacrifice. People sell property, lay gifts at the apostles’ feet, and make sure no one lacks. This isn’t ideology; it’s discipleship logistics for pilgrims who stayed to be taught. We also meet Barnabas, the “son of consolation,” whose encouragement strengthens leaders and helps knit this growing church together. Along the way we tackle honest questions about being filled with the Spirit, authentic prayer, and what faithful witness looks like when opposition mounts.
If you’re hungry for simple discipleship that is biblical, Spirit-led, and practical—this conversation is your map. Share it with someone who needs courage, start a round table, and walk through Acts together. Subscribe, leave a review, and tell us: Where do you need boldness right now?

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1. "A Simple Presentation into The Book of ACTS" - Chapter #4 (Part 2) - Bro. John "Ernie" Perez (00:00:00)

2. Warm Welcome And Housekeeping (00:00:39)

3. Why Recaps Matter For Discipleship (00:01:43)

4. Setting The Scene: Annas, Caiaphas, And Power (00:03:04)

5. Law, High Priests, And Roman Influence (00:05:14)

6. Fresh Resurrection Context And Rising Opposition (00:07:48)

7. Reading Acts 4:19–37 Aloud (00:09:35)

8. Obey God Or Men: Apostolic Resolve (00:10:35)

9. Public Miracle, Public Pressure, Public Release (00:12:15)

10. Worship In One Accord And Psalm 2 (00:14:02)

11. God’s Determined Counsel And Boldness (00:16:10)

12. Counting The Cost Of Persecution (00:18:08)

13. Praying For Miracles Despite Backlash (00:21:05)

14. The Place Shakes: Filled Again With The Spirit (00:22:58)

15. One Heart, One Soul, And Shared Needs (00:25:10)

16. Why Radical Generosity Emerged (00:27:05)

17. Meet Barnabas: Son Of Consolation (00:28:34)

18. Q&A: Receiving The Spirit And Renewal (00:29:51)

19. On Prayer, Tongues, And Authenticity (00:33:28)

20. Pride, Lies, And Loving The Truth (00:36:07)

21. From Salvations To Discipleship: Next Steps (00:39:32)

22. Closing Encouragements And Call To Share (00:51:52)