Act Week 6

 

Why is it important to praise God even when we feel inadequate or nervous?

 

What are some steps you can take to become more comfortable with praising God, regardless of your feelings or circumstances?

 

Why is praise important in overcoming challenges and obstacles in our lives?

 

How can you incorporate praise into your daily routine to help build trust and faith in God’s ability to provide breakthroughs?

 

Can you think of a time when you praised God during difficult circumstances, and what impact did it have on your situation?

 

In what area of your life do you need to offer praise where you are stuck?

Acts – Week 4

 

Pastor Josh defines living boldly for God as ‘discerning the opportunity and responding with action. What does it mean to live boldly for God, and how can we recognize God-given opportunities?

 

In your own life, how can you step out of your comfort zone to boldly share your faith with others?

 

 

In Acts 13:6-12, Paul’s encounter with Bar-Jesus demonstrates that boldness can bring possibilities and promotion. How does this encourage you in your pursuit of a bold faith?

 

Are there any current situations in your life where being bold for Christ could bring possibilities or promotion?

 

 

Acts 14:19 serves as a reminder that boldness can also bring pushback. How can we prepare ourselves for opposition when living boldly for the Lord?

 

What practical steps can you take this week to grow bolder in your faith and discern God-given opportunities?

Unstoppable – Week 3 DG

 

Why is it important to recognize that the Gospel is for all people and not just those who are similar to us?

 

***For Leaders – In the sermon, the tendency to limit the sharing of the Gospel to those who are similar to us was discussed, using the example of the early Christians.

 

 

 

Can you think of a time when you hesitated to share the Gospel with someone different from yourself? Reflect on why that happened and how can we challenge our own biases and judgments when sharing the Gospel with others?

 

 

 

 

Why was Peter’s encounter with Cornelius in Acts 10 significant in the context of the Gospel breaking barriers?

 

***For Leaders – The sermon mentioned Peter’s vision and his realization that God’s grace extended to everyone, even those considered as outsiders such as Cornelius.

 

 

 

What lessons can you learn from this biblical story, and how can you apply them in your own life when it comes to sharing the Gospel?

 

 

 

What does it mean to be ‘set apart’ as Christians, but loving everyone in the world?

 

***For Leaders – In the sermon, it is emphasized that while Christians are called to be set apart, it is about loving everyone in the world rather than blending in with it.

 

 

 

How can you practice being set apart in your daily life while also reflecting God’s love for all people?

 

 

How can prayer help us fight for the souls of others, even those who we may have an emotional response against?

 

***For Leaders – The pastor encouraged the congregation to pray for those they have an emotional response against, and to ask the Holy Spirit for ways to fight for their souls.

 

What compels you most in life, and how does it compare to the love of Christ? What compels you most in life, and how does it compare to the love of Christ? What compels you most in life, and how does it compare to the love of Christ?

 

How can you shift your priorities to make Christ’s love the most compelling force in your life?

 

How does 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 challenge you to live differently?

 

In what ways have you seen or experienced Christ’s love compelling others to make positive changes?

 

Pastor Amstutz encouraged the congregation to consider their workplaces, schools, and communities for sharing Jesus’ message. What specific relationships or environments do you feel called to share Christ’s love in?

Unstoppable – Week One

 

Pastor Josh mentioned that the Church is meant to be an unstoppable force, both individually and collectively, based on Matthew 16:18. What does it mean for the Church to be an unstoppable force for God?

 

The sermon provides an overview of Acts, explaining the connections between the life of Christ, the establishment of the early church, and the movement of the Holy Spirit in their lives.  What can we learn from the early Church as we strive to be unstoppable in our faith today?

 

Pastor Josh highlighted the event at Pentecost, which marked the beginning of the normative lifestyle of a Christian, characterized by the indwelling of the Holy Spirit and the ability to proclaim the gospel with boldness. How does the Holy Spirit currently empower you in your life to be a witness for Jesus?

 

In Acts 3, Peter healing the lame beggar in the name of Jesus demonstrated the power and authority that Christ followers possess. The passage was emphasized to show the transformative power that Jesus has in the lives of believers. How can we shift our perspective from a mindset of earthly lack to kingdom abundance and pray boldly for miracles and healing?

 

Pastor Josh encouraged believers to spend time with Jesus, meditate on his teachings, and strive to be known as people who have been with Jesus, like the early disciples. Why is it important to spend time with Jesus and be known as people who have been with Him? And what practical steps can you take to strengthen your relationship with Jesus and invite His transformative power into your life?