Shawn focuses on genealogical lineage, inward faith, and Israel's role, while Stephen emphasizes exiting/entering cycles, Joseph as a Christ figure, and spiritual transformation.

Shawn's teaching focuses on God's use of challenges for growth, the 400-year period in Egypt, the covenant with Abraham, and the shift from physical to spiritual tokens under the New Covenant.

The teaching emphasizes faith in God's promises, using Abraham's journey as an example. Righteousness comes through faith, not deeds, highlighting trust in God's unseen promises.

Shawn's teaching emphasizes Luke's writings' authenticity due to Paul's endorsement, the importance of scripture's spirit over literal accuracy, and the need for love and understanding.

Shawn teaches justification by grace through faith, not works. Stephen faced false blasphemy charges, showed spiritual integrity, and recounted Jewish history to counter allegations.

Stephen, a deacon, showed great faith, performing miracles beyond apostolic roles, challenging religious norms. His debates influenced Saul's transformation. The Law of Moses, meant for Israel, is fulfilled in Christ, freeing believers from legalism, emphasizing faith and spiritual renewal.

Apostles appointed seven men for church management, emphasizing fairness, Holy Spirit, wisdom. Deacons handled practical duties, apostles focused on spiritual tasks. Stephen and Philip transitioned from service to evangelism. Laying hands set individuals apart. Care for widows was guided by specific criteria.

Acts 6 highlights early church growth and cultural divisions, resolved by appointing seven men for resource distribution. Emphasizes unity, roles, and love over hierarchy.

Shawn's teaching highlights divine intervention, Gamaliel's caution, spiritual battles over physical, enduring persecution for growth, and embodying the Spirit's fruits.

Shawn's method: verse-by-verse scripture study, minimal anecdotes, independent Bible reading, multiple translations, focus on apostles' obedience, Jesus' crucifixion symbolism.

Shawn's teaching emphasizes personal responsibility, equality in Christ, the apostles' unique miracles, spiritual over physical miracles, and the unstoppable spread of the Gospel.

The teaching contrasts Barnabas' genuine giving with Ananias and Sapphira's deceit, highlighting religious hypocrisy. It emphasizes authenticity, transparency, and the dangers of deception, while exploring Trinitarian and non-Trinitarian views on the Holy Spirit.

Early believers in Acts 4:32 shared possessions, united by faith in Jesus. True unity requires love, patience, and forgiveness. Avoid harmful divisions; seek spiritual unity.

Shawn's teaching contrasts predestination and Open Theism, emphasizing God's omniscience, fairness, and love, allowing human free will while ensuring His ultimate plan prevails.

Peter and John, threatened by authorities, prayed with companions, emphasizing God's creation and authority. God's relationship with Israel is like a marriage, highlighting faithfulness. Prophets depict Israel's unfaithfulness as adultery, but reconciliation is offered through Christ. The early church at Pentecost fulfilled God's covenants, uniting Jew and Gentile. Believers honor God as creator, with Jesus central to knowing God. The Holy Spirit guides directly, without intermediaries, emphasizing Jesus as "servant Son."

The teaching highlights the Holy Spirit's role in empowering believers, valuing humility over scholarly credentials, and prioritizing divine calling over earthly authority, emphasizing love and genuine faith.

Peter and Jesus link Psalm 118 to Jesus as the cornerstone, shifting God's kingdom to Jesus' followers. Salvation is holistic, not just from hell. Shawn reinterprets brimstone as refining, not punishment. Paul distinguishes resurrection to life or judgment, emphasizing salvation's spiritual and eternal aspects.

Shawn's teaching covers Jewish leaders' roles, their questioning of Peter and John in Acts 4, the shift of scribes' roles, Jesus' spiritual authority, and the importance of faith-driven ministry. It emphasizes readiness to share faith, the transformative power of the Holy Spirit, and the exclusivity of salvation through Jesus.

Shawn's teaching on Acts 4 highlights Peter and John's bold preaching despite opposition, the role of the Sanhedrin, and the importance of sharing Jesus's message with faith and love.

Peter's message in Acts 3 calls for repentance, highlighting hope for forgiveness. Shawn challenges traditional views, focusing on scripture's context, emphasizing a shift from Old to New Testament spiritual administration, with Christ's reign marking the fulfillment of God's redemptive plan.