Here we follow the story of Jesus' earliest followers from their call to be his witnesses "to the ends of the earth," through their initial days of concord and numerical successes, to the challenges they faced as unfamiliar newcomers entered the scene. We discover the leadership changes that resulted from these challenges, explore a council's response to the struggles, and meet the champion who, against the odds, became the Church's chief protagonist.

Author C.K. Robertson presents a well-researched, yet highly readable exploration of the Acts of the Apostles.

Paperback 114 pages

The Rev. Canon C. K. Robertson, PhD, is canon to the presiding bishop of The Episcopal Church, a noted scholar in the worldwide Anglican Communion and distinguished visiting professor at the General Theological Seminary in New York City. Dr. Robertson serves on several national boards and has published many books and articles (see www.ckrobertson.com), includingThe Book of Common Prayer: A Spiritual Treasure Chest--Selections Annotated & Explained;A Dangerous Dozen: 12 Christians Who Threatened the Status Quo but Taught Us to Live Like Jesus(both SkyLight Paths); Transforming Stewardship; Jesus and Paul: Global PerspectivesandConversations with Scripture: The Acts of the Apostles.He has worked extensively with the U.S. Department of Education, the White House and in the film and television industry. He is a respected speaker on leadership development and conflict management.