Come, Follow Me
New Testament Lesson 26:
July 1–7
“Ye Shall Be Witnesses unto Me”
As you study Acts 1–5, the Holy Ghost can inspire you to find truths that are relevant for your life. Take note of verses that impress you, and look for opportunities to share what you are learning.
Acts 1: Jesus ministers for forty days after His resurrection—The kingdom is to be restored to Israel at a later time—The Twelve are to bear witness in Jerusalem, Judæa, Samaria, and the uttermost parts of the earth—Jesus ascends into heaven—Matthias is chosen to fill the vacancy in the Twelve.
Acts 2: The Spirit is poured out on the day of Pentecost—Peter testifies of Jesus’ resurrection—He tells how to gain salvation and speaks of the gift of the Holy Ghost—Many believe and are baptized.
Acts 3: Peter and John heal a man lame since birth—Peter preaches repentance—He also speaks of the age of restoration preceding the Second Coming—He identifies Christ as the prophet of whom Moses spoke.
Acts 4: Peter and John are arrested and brought before the council—Peter testifies that salvation comes because of Christ—The Sadducees strive to silence Peter and John—The Saints glory in the testimony of Jesus—They have all things in common.
Acts 5: Ananias and Sapphira lie to the Lord and lose their lives—The Apostles continue the miracles of Jesus—Peter and John are arrested, an angel delivers them from prison, and they testify of Christ—Gamaliel counsels moderation.
Lesson Manuals on ChurchofJesusChrist.org
Come, Follow Me—For Individuals and Families
- Come, Follow Me—For Sunday School
- Come, Follow Me—For Primary
- Come, Follow Me—Support (Ensign Articles and Activities)
Come, Follow Me—For Individuals and Families
Come, Follow Me—For Sunday School
Come, Follow Me—For Primary
Additional Resources on ChurchofJesusChrist.org
Peter and John Heal a Man Crippled Since Birth (Acts 3:1-8)
- Peter Preaches and Is Arrested (Acts 3:12-26, 4:1-3)
- Peter and John Are Judges (Acts 4:5-21)
- Peter and John Continue Preaching the Gospel (Acts 5:12-42)
Peter and John Heal a Man Crippled Since BirthResources on Interpreter Foundation
Audio Roundtable: Come, Follow Me New Testament Lesson 26Other Resources
- Come Follow Me 2019: Acts 1-5, Book of Mormon Central
- Teachings of Jesus You Probably Never Noticed Before, Book of Mormon Central
- Come Follow Me – Acts 1-5, Book of Mormon Central Archive
- Come Follow Me: Acts 1-5, Don’t Miss This
- Come Follow Me Podcast #26—“Ye Shall Be Witnesses unto Me”, Acts 1-5, Meridian Magazine
- Come, Follow Me for Individuals and Families: “Ye Shall Be Witnesses unto Me” Acts 1-5, Meridian Magazine
- Come, Follow Me for Sunday School: “Ye Shall Be Witnesses unto Me” Acts 1-5, Meridian Magazine
- Acts 1—5, BYU Studies
- “Come, Follow Me” July 1–7: “Ye Shall Be Witnesses unto Me”, LDS Living
