This session, "WCWC - Acts in Action - Part 4," facilitated by Rev. Lettie Carr, explores the Book of Acts as a vital blueprint for authentic Christian discipleship. It challenges listeners to embody more than just "church membership," urging them to live as active disciples who powerfully reflect Christ's life and demonstrate the Holy Spirit's gifts. Acts is presented as a "standard operating procedure" for believers, illustrating how ordinary people can be used by God.

A central focus is the healing of the man lame from birth by Peter and John in Acts Chapter 3. This miracle, performed in the name of Jesus Christ, served as compelling evidence of God's power, drawing amazed attention and validating the apostles' message. The healing prompted Peter to preach the gospel, clarifying that the power came from Jesus, not themselves. He urged the witnesses to repent and be converted, promising that accepting Christ would lead to forgiveness, spiritual "refreshing," and a profound inner transformation.

The discussion emphasizes that God's salvation plan, foretold by ancient prophets, is for all people. A core message is the imperative for modern believers to actively utilize their spiritual gifts, mirroring the apostles' bold demonstrations of healing and deliverance. The speaker challenges that if God and His word remain constant, then any perceived lack of divine power today stems from believers not fully embracing their role as disciples. The call is for each listener to live a life so demonstrative of Christ that it becomes "the acts of [their own name]," proving God's reality to a skeptical world and fulfilling the mandate to make more disciples.

Rev. Lettie Carr’s bible study explores the early chapters of Acts, particularly the Day of Pentecost. This annual event is tied to the Feast of Weeks and the giving of the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai. On Pentecost, the Holy Spirit was poured out, empowering believers, including Mary and the apostles, to speak in tongues. However, the study clarifies that speaking in tongues is one of many diverse spiritual gifts, not a requirement for salvation. All gifts are given by God for the common good and to edify the entire body of Christ, demonstrating God’s purposeful placement of each individual within the church.The study differentiates between speaking in tongues, which is praying to God and edifies oneself, and prophesying, which speaks to men for their edification and comfort. In a church context, speaking in tongues publicly is appropriate only if accompanied by an interpretation for the benefit of the congregation, as God brings clarity, not confusion.A significant focus is placed on Peter’s journey. The study recounts his triple denial of Jesus and highlights Jesus's personal restoration of Peter after the resurrection, emphasizing God's boundless love, forgiveness, and ability to re-qualify individuals despite their failures. This restored Peter then delivered the first powerful sermon on the Day of Pentecost.Peter’s message urged repentance and baptism in the name of Jesus for the remission of sins and reception of the Holy Spirit. The study explains that "in the name of Jesus" encapsulates the fullness of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. True repentance involves a fundamental change of heart, mind, and will, leading to transformed actions.Following Peter’s sermon, approximately 3,000 souls were added to the church. These new believers were steadfast in the apostles' doctrine, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayers, fostering continued growth and the manifestation of signs and wonders. The study concludes with Peter and John’s healing of a lame man at the Beautiful Gate, illustrating the call for believers to model discipleship by actively seeking opportunities to bring healing and deliverance. It encourages taking steps of faith, reminding listeners that God remains the same and desires to act through obedient disciples today as He did historically.

This bible study is facilitated by Rev. Lettie Carr. Acts in Action: Walking Through Discipleship explores the Book of Acts as "Acts in Motion," modeling discipleship and the early church. Authored by Luke, it chronicles Jesus' instruction for disciples to wait in the upper room for the Holy Spirit. This highlights the importance of unity ("one accord") in prayer, enabling God's power to move. Women, including Mary, the mother of Jesus, were present and praying. The study clarifies that while Mary was honored, Jesus is the sole intercessor; God does not instruct prayer to anyone else. All born-again believers are called "saints".

The apostles decided to replace Judas after his betrayal and death. They chose Matthias by casting lots, fulfilling prophecy. However, the podcast suggests Paul, not Matthias, was God's chosen 12th apostle, emphasizing seeking God's specific will rather than limiting choices. Paul's conversion exemplifies that "the worst of sinners will be the greatest saints".Central to the narrative is Pentecost, where disciples, in unity, experienced a sound "as of a rushing mighty wind" and "divided tongues of fire". They were filled with the Holy Spirit, speaking in other tongues as the Spirit gave utterance. This event fulfilled Jesus' promise of "power to be my witnesses". The miraculous speaking allowed people from diverse nations to hear "the wonderful works of God" in their own languages, demonstrating God's desire to reach all. Peter refuted accusations of drunkenness, explaining this was the fulfillment of Joel's prophecy—God pouring out His Spirit on "all flesh," empowering both men and women to prophesy.

The Holy Spirit provides "dunamis" (explosive power) for impactful witnessing. While speaking in tongues is a gift, salvation is for "whoever calls on the name of the Lord". Jesus' death was a voluntary act as part of God's "determined purpose," and He was resurrected, proving it was "not possible that he should be held by" death. His atoning death covers sin, offering eternal life and the Holy Spirit's power to those who accept Him. The podcast urges listeners to yield to the Holy Spirit and embrace salvation.