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What were the disciples doing while they waited in Jerusalem?

They constantly gathered together to pray.

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When did the Jews celebrate Pentecost?

They celebrated Pentecost every year, 50 days after the Passover.

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What happened to the believers during the Pentecost after Jesus rose from the dead?

There was a sound like a strong wind, and something like flames of fire appeared over their heads. They were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages.

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Why were the people in the crowd astonished?

The people in the crowd were from many different countries, but they each heard the disciples speaking in their native language.

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What did some of the people think was the reason the disciples were talking this way?

They thought the disciples were drunk.

What did Peter say was causing them to speak these languages?

Peter said God was pouring out his Spirit.

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Who did Peter say was responsible for crucifying Jesus?

He said the people in the crowd crucified Jesus.

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How did Peter say Jesus became alive again?

God raised him from the dead.

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What caused the disciples to be able to speak in other languages?

The Holy Spirit caused them to be able to speak in other languages.

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What were the two things that Peter said God caused Jesus to become?

He became Lord and Messiah.

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How did the people respond to Peter’s message?

They were deeply moved and asked, “Brothers, what should we do?”

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What did Peter tell the people to do?

He told them they needed God to forgive their sins, so they should repent and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ.

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How many people believed and were baptized that day?

About 3,000 people believed.

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What did the disciples spend their time doing?

The disciples continually listened to the teaching of the apostles, spent time together, ate together, prayed with each other, praised God together, and shared everything.