Following the martyrdom of Stephen, Saul led the persecution of the church in Jerusalem and many Christians left and went to Judea and Samaria. Philip begins his work as an evangelist and many Samaritans believe.

Once again the Jewish authorities are faced with the problem of what to do about the Apostles and their teaching. Amazingly, Gamaliel, one of the Sanhedrin encourages them to wait to see if this was a temporary religious group or God's. The Apostles are flogged and set free.

Faith comes to the Samaritans as a result of the woman's testimony. Jesus gives a mission masterclass. The analogy of sowing and reaping is explored. We can all be sowers.

A Roman census meant Jesus was born in simple accommodation in Bethlehem. Information is given about Bethlehem - the town of King David. Shepherds are surprised by a great light and angels announcing the birth. They visit the family.