Read More About This Image The Big Idea: Power & Purpose At the center of the concept is this truth from Acts: Power → The coming of the Holy Spirit (Acts 2). Purpose → The mission to spread the Gospel to the world (Acts 1:8). The image isn’t random—it’s telling that story visually instead of with words. The Dove & Light (God’s Power) The dove represents the Holy Spirit. The beam of light from heaven symbolizes divine empowerment and guidance. This reflects moments like Pentecost, where God’s power enters human history in a visible, transformative way. Why it matters: The mission in Acts doesn’t start with human effort—it starts with God moving first. The City (Jerusalem – Where It Begins) The ancient city represents Jerusalem, the starting point of Acts. The people looking outward symbolize the early believers being sent out This ties directly to Acts 1:8: “You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem…” The Glowing Map (The Spread of the Gospel) The illuminated land represents the known world (Mediterranean region). The glowing paths show the movement of the Gospel outward. This visually represents: Jerusalem → Judea → Samaria → Ends of the earth. It’s a mission map, not just geography. The Ship (Mission & Movement) The ship represents journeys like Paul’s missionary trips. •It symbolizes: oRisk oObedience oExpansion Why a ship? Because Acts is not stationary—it’s a story of movement. The Light in the Sky (Direction & Hope) The bright star/light represents: oGod’s guidance oThe clarity of mission oHope for the future It echoes how God continually directs His people throughout Acts. The mission is still happening today. Edit