The Story of Acts

The story behind "The Price Jesus Paid" begins at the cross. Jesus, Son of God, left His throne in Heaven and took on the form of sinfull flesh. (Romans 8:3) who was “tempted in all things, yet without sin.” (Hebrews 4:15) He was crucified at Golgotha’s hill, nailed to the cross by His hands and feet and a crown of thorns on His head. Darkness covered the land as He finally passed away, He bore the sins of the world and provided a way for all who believed in and received Him as Lord and Saviour to receive forgivness for sins and life everlasting. The earth shook and the veil of the Temple was torn in two from top to bottom, signifying the veil of separation between God and man was gone. His mother Mary and the disciple John stood near, mourning, at His passing. His body was laid in a borrowed tomb, sealed with a stone and guarded by Roman soldiers. But death could not hold Him. On the third day, angels rolled the stone away to reveal that Jesus had risen from the dead. He appeared to His followers and proved He was alive, eating with them, speaking peace, and opening their understanding of the Scriptures. When Thomas struggled to believe, Jesus invited him to touch His hands and side. To the doubting, He gave assurance; to all, He gave peace and purpose. For forty days, Jesus walked and taught His disciples, opening the Scriptures and preparing them for what was to come. He told them to wait in Jerusalem for the gift of the Holy Spirit. Then, on the Mount of Olives, He blessed them and ascended into heaven, promising to return. Ten days later, on the day of Pentecost, that promise was fulfilled. The Holy Spirit came like a rushing wind and filled the followers of Jesus with power. Tongues of fire appeared, and they began to speak in other languages, boldly proclaiming the good news. That day, the Church was born, the Body of Christ, alive with His Spirit and ready to take His message to the world.

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The Day of Pentecost. The lyrics for this song were compiled from the second chapter of my book “The Story of Acts” based on Acts 2. In the days following Jesus’ ascension, His final words echoed in the disciples’ hearts: “Wait in Jerusalem until you are endued with power from on high.” Gathered in the Upper Room, about 120 believers prayed with expectancy, their faith holding fast as they waited for the Father’s promise. On the day of Pentecost, suddenly there came a sound from heaven like a rushing mighty wind, filling the whole house, and tongues of fire rested upon each of them. All were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, declaring the wonders of God with boldness. This supernatural outpouring was the birth of the Church, as Peter rose to proclaim Christ and three thousand souls were saved that day. The song “The Great Outpouring” captures the awe, fire, and power of that moment, inviting us to remember that the same Spirit still fills, empowers, and sends believers today.

The Upper Room Outpouring

The Miracle at the Gate Beautiful. The lyrics for this song were compiled from the third chapter of my book “The Story of Acts” based on Acts 3:1-10 The song "Lame Man Walks" tells the story from Acts 3, where Peter and John went up to the temple at the hour of prayer. At the gate called Beautiful, they encountered a man who had been lame from birth. Every day, he was carried there to beg for help from those entering the temple. As Peter and John passed by, the man reached out for money. But instead of silver or gold, Peter offered him something greater: healing in the name of Jesus Christ. Peter took his hand and lifted him up. Immediately, the man's feet and ankles were strengthened, and for the first time in his life, he stood, walked, and even leapt for joy. The man entered the temple with them, praising God, and everyone who saw him was amazed. The same man they had passed by for years was now walking freely, a living testimony of God’s power. Peter used this miracle to point the crowd to Jesus, declaring that it was faith in His name that made the man whole. This moment marked a bold beginning of public witness for the early Church, and a reminder that even without material wealth, believers carry the power and presence of the risen Christ wherever they go.

Rise Up And Walk

The Price Jesus Paid The lyrics for this song were compiled from the first chapter of my book “The Story of Acts”

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