Acts 1
Why did Jesus tell the disciples to wait for the Holy Spirit instead of starting a ministry right away?
Gods timing- Waiting is part of God‘s process. Trust His timing for guidance and power, the Holy Spirit is essential for fulfilling God’s mission.
What happened when the Holy Spirit came upon the disciples?
A sound like a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire the separated and came to rest on each of them. All of them where filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them.
What does Peter’s response to the beggar teach us about faith and ministry?
Acts 3:6- Teaches us the importance of prioritizing spiritual riches over material ones. When we do this, others can be blessed.
Why did God judge Ananias and Sapphira so harshly?
Because they lied not to men but to the Holy Spirit and sought to deceive the church.
What does Acts 1:8 teach us about being witnesses for Christ?
A global mission-the mission isn’t limited to personal or local interests-it’s global and inclusive.
Empowerment for witnessing- the Spirit equips us to share the gospel.
How did Peter who once denied Jesus now preach so boldly?
He was empowered by the Holy Spirit
How did Peter and John respond to the religious leaders‘ threats and what can we learn from them?
Acts 4:19- “Which is right in God’s eyes: to listen to you or to him? You be the judges! As for us we cannot help speaking what we have seen and heard.“When the church is filled with the Holy Spirit no opposition can stop it!
What does the story of Ananias and his wife teach us about honesty and purity in our faith?
God sees and judges the heart not just outward actions.
How did the disciples choose a replacement for Judas, and what does that teach us about seeking God’s guidance?
They prayed (Acts 1:24) and they cast lots. It teaches us that leadership matters-pray and seek God’s guidance when choosing leaders and be faithful in the small things-Matthias was faithful in obscurity before being chosen.
What can we learn from the early church’s devotion?
They devoted themselves to teaching, fellowship and the breaking of bread and to prayer. (they gathered together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and adding to their number daily)
How did the early believers support one another in Acts?
4:32-35- There was no needy person among them, they sold land and houses from time to time and the profit was brought to the apostles feet and it was distributed to anyone who had need.
How did signs and wonders impact the growth of the church?