From Trials to Triumph audio book

From Trials to Triumph. In the power of the Early Rain, the first apostles took the gospel to all ends of the known world. But they were not met without resistance. In this condensed version of The Acts of the Apostles, the reader travels with the early believers as they preached the message of Christ in their home country and in heathen lands, experiencing terrible defeat and wonderful triumph. Their experience is a foretaste of our work under the power of the Holy Spirit in our day.

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From Trials to Triumph
Why You Should Read This Book
Chapter 1—God's Purpose for His Church
Chapter 2—The Training of the Twelve
No “Wall” Between Jews and Gentiles
What the Holy Spirit Accomplished
Chapter 3—The Good News to Go Everywhere
Successful Weapons in the Great Warfare
Christ's Second Coming—the Hope of the Church
Chapter 4—Pentecost: The Apostles Begin Their Work
How the Holy Spirit Came Upon the Apostles
What the Genuine Gift of Tongues Accomplished
Conviction That Jesus Was the True Messiah
Thousands in Jerusalem Converted
Chapter 5—The Gift of the Spirit Is for Us
God Has Not Restricted His Gift
The Early Rain and the Latter Rain
Chapter 6—Peter and John Forbidden to Do Christ's Work
The True Guilt of the Jews Revealed
A Sin Worse Than the Original Crucifixion of Christ
The Divine Gift of Holy Boldness
Chapter 7—A Dishonest Husband and Wife Punished
Why This Manifestation of God's Wrath?
Chapter 8—Peter and John Freed From Prison
God's Command Comes First
Peter's Amazing Boldness
In the World We Have Trouble
Chapter 9—Why the Seven Deacons Were Chosen
The Results of This New Plan
Each Believer Has a Special Gift of the Spirit
A Beautiful Plan of Organization
Chapter 10—Stephen, the First Martyr for Christ
A Holy Radiance Shines on Stephen's Face
Stephen's Martyrdom Makes a Deep Impression
Chapter 11—The Gospel Reaches Samaria and Ethiopia
Nicodemus No Longer Cautious and Questioning
The Baptism of the First Person From Africa
Angels Still Guide the Footsteps of People
Chapter 12—From Saul to Paul: Persecutor to Disciple
A Light Too Glorious for Mortal Eyes to Bear
Saul Under Conviction
In Lonely Seclusion
Chapter 13—How God Educated Paul
Paul's “University” in the Desert
The Former Persecutor Is Persecuted
Chapter 14—The Gospel Goes to the Gentiles
Frail, Tempted Humans Are the Messengers
Peter Finds This a Trying Command
Peter Lays the Matter Before His Associates
Chapter 15—An Angel Delivers Peter From Prison
God Answers the Unceasing Prayers of His People
Peter Finally Realizes He Is Free
King Herod Stricken by an Angel
What Angels Are Doing Today
Chapter 16—Dramatic Success at Antioch
The Beautiful Name God Gave the Believers
The Meaning of Gospel Ordination
God Recognizes and Honors Church Organization
Chapter 17—Heralds of the Gospel
Paul and Mark Later Reconciled
Paul Speaks Plainly
The Gentiles See the Light
Chapter 18—The Apostles Are Both Persecuted and Adored
Excitement at Lystra
Jews Incite the Crowd to Stone Paul
Instruction and Organization Essential to Success
Chapter 19—Thorny Problems Settled by the Holy Spirit
The First General Church Council
How the Holy Spirit Led the Council
Trouble in Jerusalem
Chapter 20—Paul's Secret: Exalt the Cross
How Two Women Trained a Man of God
The Cross and Righteousness by Faith
Chapter 21—Angels Open a Philippian Prison
A Frenzied Multitude
A Cruel Jailer Is Converted
The Authorities Apologize
Paul's Example Became a Lasting Influence
Chapter 22—A Revival and a Riot at Thessalonica
Paul Relates the Story of His Conversion
Chapter 23—Paul Preaches in Berea and Athens
The Great City of Paganism
Paul's Impressive Oration on Mars’ Hill
The Great Philosophers Rejected the Gospel
Truth to Be Taught Tactfully
Chapter 24—Preaching the Power of the Cross in Corinth
The One Object of Supreme Interest
Again the Jews Reject the Gospel
Paul Bitterly Attacked
Roman Proconsul Refuses to Be a Dupe of the Jews
Chapter 25—Two Important Letters to the Thessalonians
Where Are the Dead?
Signs of Christ's Coming
Did Paul Expect to Live to See Christ Return?
Chapter 26—Church Politics at Corinth
How Paul Handled Sexual Immorality
The Letter to the Corinthians Is Timely Today
The Peril of Trying to Go It Alone
Chapter 27—Witchcraft Books Burned
The Holy Spirit Produces Fruit in the Believer
The Battle Between Christ and Satan at Ephesus
Why the Satanic Books Were Burnt
Chapter 28—The Silversmiths Riot at Ephesus
The Apostle Eager to Defend Truth Before the Multitude
Paul Endures Opposition of Enemies and Desertion of Friends
Chapter 29—Lawsuits and Sexual Looseness Challenged
The Nature of a Prophet's Inspiration
How to Handle Lawsuits Among Church Members
How to Live Pure Lives in an Ocean of Impurity
Chapter 30—Paul Strengthens the Church for All Time
The Race Where Everyone Can Win
Importance of Love
The Resurrection Clarifies All Scripture Truth
Chapter 31—Corinth Accepts Paul's Counsel
Paul's Joy at Their Reconversion
The Most Wonderful Career Possible
The Cross Accomplishes True Conversion
Chapter 32—The Joy of Liberal Giving
Should Followers of Christ Give Less?
Blessings in Gratitude Offerings
Why the Gifts of the Poor Are Valuable
Chapter 33—Working Under Great Difficulties
Priscilla and Aquila Encourage Paul
A Suggestion for Modern Gospel Ministers
The Heart Burden Carried by Servants of Christ
Chapter 34—The Joy of Working With Christ
Christ's Love a Greater Motivation Than Money
Come Close to the People
The Peril of Side Businesses
Chapter 35—God's Special Plan for the Jews
Those Who Fall Can Rise Again
All Who Believe Are the True Israel
What Is Needed in Order to Awaken the Sincere Jews
Chapter 36—Paul's Timeless Letter to the Galatians
Why Paul Was So Abrupt
Success Attended the Letter
Chapter 37—Paul's Farewell Journey to Jerusalem
The Saturday Evening Farewell Meeting
The Holy Spirit Moves Paul to Say Good-bye
Paul Would Not Swerve From Duty
Chapter 38—Paul's Brethren Give Him Bad Advice
Leading Brethren Continue to Hurt Paul's Ministry
Advice to Compromise Leads to Disaster
The Hatred Shown to Christ Repeated Against Paul
The Unreasoning Malice of Paul's Enemies
The Rage of Exclusivism
Paul Before the Court of Law
Paul's Nephew Foils the Plot
Adding Crime to Crime
Chapter 39—Paul's Trial at Caesarea
Felix and Drusilla Hear the Wonderful Good News
Felix and His Wife Reject Their Golden Opportunity
Chapter 40—Paul Appeals to Caesar
Those Who Serve God Need Firm Courage
Chapter 41—The King Who Refused the Cross
Paul Not Daunted by Earthly Pomp
Worldly “Great” People Reject the Cross
Chapter 42—Paul Suffers Shipwreck in a Storm
Paul's Inspired Advice Rejected
Disaster to the Ship
The Prisoners About to Be Killed
Chapter 43—Paul in Rome: Big-City Evangelist in Chains
Paul, in Chains, Appeals to the Jews
Religion Is Practical and Experiential
As a Prisoner, Paul Has Stronger Influence
The Beautiful Story of Onesimus the Slave
Chapter 44—Paul Wins Converts in Caesar's Palace
Paul's Afflictions Do Not Hinder the Gospel
No Circumstances an Excuse for Not Witnessing for Christ
Chapter 45—The Letters Paul Wrote From Rome
Christ, the Creator
How to Break the Chains of Habit
To the Philippians: How Perfection Is Reached
The True Motive That Leads to Perfection
Chapter 46—Paul Is Free Once More
Paul's Last Interval of Freedom
Chapter 47—Paul's Final Arrest and Imprisonment
Chapter 48—Paul Again Before Nero
Nero Hears God's Last Call
Chapter 49—Paul Pours Out His Heart in His Last Letter
Grace Enlarges the Minister's Capabilities
Timothy's Summons to Preach
How Ministers Can Become Tools of Satan
The True Remedy for Social Evils
Chapter 50—Paul Dies for the One Who Died for Him
Why Paul Was Not Afraid
Chapter 51—The Apostle Peter, a Faithful Undershepherd
Christ's Patience With Peter Is a Lesson
The Fruit Produced by the Love of Truth
Our Duty to the Government
Undershepherds Are to Be Watchful
Chapter 52—Peter Crucified at Rome
Overcoming Every Fault by Grace
Why Peter Was Sure of Gospel Truth
Peter's Faith in the Second Coming of Christ
Chapter 53—John, the Beloved Disciple
Christ Wants Only Willing Surrender
John Learned His Lessons Well
Chapter 54—John, Faithful Witness for Christ
A Tragic Change Comes Into the Early Church
True Love, the Best Gift God Can Give Us
John Saw the Dangers Threatening the Church
Chapter 55—John's Secret of True Sanctification
True Sanctification Is a Lifework
Faith Is the Key to Overcoming
Chapter 56—John Is Exiled to Lonely Patmos
Saved From the Boiling Oil
John Was Happy in His Exile
Trials Are Worth the Pain They Cost
Chapter 57—John Sees the Visions of the Revelation
The Revelation Comes When Needed
Sincere Students Can Understand Revelation
Christ Preserves His Church Today
When God's People Will Be the Majority
Chapter 58—A Glorious Future Is Before Us
How We Help the Building
Nothing Can Stop the Triumph of Truth