Key characters in Acts

The people whose lives carry the story of Acts — and the lessons we learn from each.

  1. Character 1

    Peter

    Apostle to the Jews.

    Lessons from Peter in Acts: what their story teaches us about God's character, our calling, and the gospel.

  2. Character 2

    Paul

    Apostle to the Gentiles.

    Lessons from Paul in Acts: what their story teaches us about God's character, our calling, and the gospel.

  3. Character 3

    Stephen

    First martyr.

    Lessons from Stephen in Acts: what their story teaches us about God's character, our calling, and the gospel.

  4. Character 4

    Barnabas

    Encourager.

    Lessons from Barnabas in Acts: what their story teaches us about God's character, our calling, and the gospel.

See how these lives fit the bigger picture in the Acts overview or explore major themes.