Acts by the Numbers Acts chapter 8

Simon the Sorcerer and an Ethiopian nobleman are converted to Christ.

Summary Phrase

Now those who were scattered went about preaching the word. (Acts 8:4) Then Philip opened his mouth, and beginning with this Scripture, he told him the good news about Jesus. (Acts 8:35)

Memory Verses

1. Why did Philip rebuke Simon, though Simon had just been baptized? 2. From what book was the Ethiopian nobleman reading when Philip met him? 3. What are some personal evangelism tips we learn from Philip teaching the Review eunuch? Questions

Thinking Globally about the Gospel With the growth of information from around the world through mass media, most of our children realize that not everyone looks like them, or even acts like them. But are we teaching them to think about these other people and how to share Christ with them? Phillip had to learn that quickly, as he taught a man from another continent! Have your children think of a foreign land or people group. Then do some simple research to see the language and customs of those people. Finally, try to learn if there are missionaries in that part of the world. If you find some, pray for them. If not, spend time praying for a way to communicate with people in that land about Minute Activity the Lord. (Your children might be better at this than you are, utilizing the Internet and social media!)