The opening paragraph of the book of Acts declares, clearly and solidly, that it is a sequel. There has been a previous book, and this one continues the story. It even suggests a kind of title: “The Deeds and Teachings of King Jesus, Part Two”. At first sight this is a strange title, since
The Bible is clear. When a person repents of sin and turns toward God, he is a new creation… he has a new life. Our Creator gives us a new start in life when we trust in Him. As we start a new year, let us also think of what it means for all of us to have a new start in Jesus Christ.