TODAY:

Acts 18:23-19:7 | The (Almost) Gospel

BIG IDEA:

The Gospel of Jesus includes our past, future & present

SCRIPTURES:

Acts 18:23-19:7, Matthew 3:11, 1 Corinthians 13, John 3:5, Titus 3:3-7, Hebrews 10:10

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:

Q: When you think of salvation, do you tend to think of the past, future, present, or a mix?

Q: How do the Scriptures/concepts from this week help you grow as a disciple who loves God, loves people & serves the world (lives on incarnational mission) in everyday life?

Q: Based on these Scriptures, how can you move from unbelief to belief, from just knowing to actually doing in your life?

Connect with God (UP)...

Q: While repentance & cleansing of our past sin is crucial to salvation, why is the indwelling of God’s Spirit also such an important aspect?

Q: Why would God give us gifts that are meant to help us know Him more & to make Him known?

Connect with Others(IN)...

Q: Read Acts 18:24-28. What can we learn from how Priscilla & Aquila taught, and how Apollos was willing to learn?

Q: What are some examples of how you’ve seen this done well, & examples of how it wasn’t?

Connect with the World (OUT)...

Q: In light of events this week, how can we engage the world around us in a way that decreases the chaotic noise & draws people to the fulness of the Gospel instead of spinning things faster & driving people further away from Jesus?

NOTES & QUOTES

"“Stagnant pools are not life-giving, but fresh springs are.”

“Pride destroys the community of Christ because we’re silent when we need to speak, but also because we speak when we should silently listen & learn.”

ACTION STEPS:

1) Examine to see if there are holes in your understanding & experience of the Gospel?

2) Who is someone you can encourage or teach in their faith?

3) What gifts has God given you & how can you use them for Him?