Acts tells us very little about Matthias – the man chosen to replace Judas Iscariot. In this episode of 3 Minutes in Acts, Justin Hibbard discusses the biblical and extra-biblical details surrounding Matthias’ life and ministry.

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3 Minutes in Acts – Ep 14 – Matthias the Mystery Apostle

Have you ever heard of a church choosing their next pastor by drawing straws? In this episode of 3 Minutes in Acts, Justin Hibbard discusses the process of choosing Judas Iscariot’s replacement and why casting lots does not minimize God’s divine will.

3 Minutes in Acts – Ep 13 – The Church Leadership Lottery

If someone were to ask you – “When did Jesus’ earthly ministry begin?” What would you say? In this episode of 3 Minutes in Acts, Justin Hibbard explains the Jewish origin of baptism (or mikveh) and why Peter considered Jesus’ baptism to be the beginning of Jesus’ earthly ministry.

3 Minutes in Acts – Ep 12 – The Beginning of Jesus’ Earthly Ministry

Was Judas Iscariot’s fall prophesied in Scripture? In today’s episode of 3 Minutes in Acts, Justin Hibbard explains the Psalms that Peter quotes in reference to Judas’ betrayal and his replacement.

3 Minutes in Acts – Ep 11 – David’s Prophecy of Judas Iscariot

Peter the impulsive fisherman takes immediate action early in the Book of Acts to replace Judas. Why is Peter’s leadership significant. In this episode of 3 Minutes in Acts, Justin Hibbard talks about Peter’s place among the Disciples and why it should encourage all of us.

3 Minutes in Acts – Ep. 10 – Peter the Leader

12 disciples, 70 disciples, 120 disciples? Exactly how many disciples did Jesus have? In this episode of 3 Minutes in Acts, Justin Hibbard talks about why different numbers of followers are mentioned, and why the fact that 120 men and women were gathered is a significance detail.

3 Minutes in Acts – Ep. 9 – More than 12 Disciples

Acts suggests that Jesus’ ascension occurs on the Mount of Olives. Why is that significant? In this episode of 3 Minutes in Acts, Justin Hibbard discusses the importance of the Mount of Olives and its connection with prophecy found in the Torah.

3 Minutes in Acts – Ep. 8 – The Mount of Olives

The angels at Jesus’ ascension give the Apostles important details about Jesus’ return. In this episode of 3 Minutes in Acts, Justin Hibbard focuses on those details and what it means regarding the return of the Messiah.

3 Minutes in Acts – Ep. 7 – Prophecy about Jesus’ Return

Have you ever wondered where the disciples were from? In this episode, Justin Hibbard explores the significance of the angels referring to Jesus’ disciples as “Men of Galilee.”

3 Minutes in Acts – Ep. 6 – Men of Galilee

Why is it that two angels appear to the Disciples after Jesus ascended? You might be surprised that sometimes the most dramatic angelic visits occur in pairs. Justin Hibbard explains how this isn’t the first time two angels appear around Jesus.

3 Minutes in Acts – Ep. 5 – Another Pair of Angels

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