Joe: Okay, so let's delve into the 12th chapter of Acts. So, Bible Expert, what's this chapter all about?

Bible Expert: Well, Joe, this chapter is about the Church's continued growth and the persecution of believers by King Herod.

Joe: Ooh, that sounds intense. What did Herod do?

Bible Expert: Herod had the apostle James executed and then arrested Peter. But, Joe, it gets even better. An angel of the Lord released Peter from prison and he went on to preach to the people of Jerusalem.

Joe: Wow! That's incredible. So did Herod get his comeuppance?

Bible Expert: Yes, he did, Joe. Herod was eventually struck down by an angel of the Lord.

Joe: Whoa, that's insane! So what happened after that?

Bible Expert: After that, the Church continued to grow and believers spread the gospel throughout the Roman Empire.

Joe: Wow, that's amazing! Alright, Bible Expert, you got me hooked. I gotta read the rest of this book!