Our neighbor is more than the

Our neighbor is all of everyone we meet.

Reflection 1 – Do we come to Jesus with or in routine and self-justification?

Reflection 2 – Do we ask Jesus the right , but don’t want the right ? Deuteronomy 6:1-8

Reflection 3 – Jesus asks us what kind of are we?

Our Vision: Helping (serve) all people (inclusive) through the storms of life with the teaching and love of Jesus Christ.

4. We value discussion regarding science, miracles and the hard questions of our faith. 1Peter 3:8-22

5. We value finding our fit in a small group and service of time, talents and treasures.

6. We value God’s people weekly to worship God and love one another. Hebrews 10:23-25

Helping (serve) all people (inclusive) through the storms of life with the teaching and love of Jesus Christ.   

1.  We value our world in the words and works of Jesus.  Ephesians 2:8-10

2. We value God’s and the care of all living plants, animals, and people. Genesis 1:20-28 Matt 24: 4-8

3. We value lifelong and teaching others to grow in next steps to obey and follow Jesus.  Galatians 2:20

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4. We value respectful discussion regarding science, miracles, and the hard questions of our faith.

5. We value finding our fit in a small group and sacrificial service of time, talents, and treasures.

6. We value God’s people gathering weekly to worship God and love one another.

Living in Acts 29

Acts 28:16-31

 

The of the

 

Listen to the Spirit’s  

 

Trust the Spirit’s  

 

Act in the Spirit

 

Small Group Questions:

 

In what ways has the Holy Spirit spoken to you or is speaking to you today? What is your “Caesar’s Household” and how are you going to intentionally share the gospel there this week?

 

In what ways are you being bold in sharing the gospel or in what ways is there a hindrance? How can you maintain faith and courage in the face of uncertainty, danger, and opposition?

 

As Acts is brought to a conclusion, how should some receiving the gospel and some rejecting the gospel prepare us for ministry and sharing the gospel in the world?

The Voice of God in the Storms of Life

Acts Chapter 27

Whose voice gets our attention in the storms of our life?

When the storm winds blow on our lives do we listen within the hallowing wind for the “voice of God”?

1. From His – Psalm 119:11

2. From His – Acts 27:23-24 

Who is the servant that is speaking to you?

It could be your pastor, or it could be a fellow brother or sister in Christ.

This is the gift of prophecy. 1 Corinthians 14:1-4

3. From His – Romans 8:26-27 

Even in the storms of life God wants us to be a “voice” for Him. Acts 1:8

We are in the witness protection program of Jesus –  through the storms of life. 

 

Questions for Small Groups

1. Whose voice have you listened to in the storms of your life?

2. Have you ever heard (sensed) God’s Spirit speak to you?

3. How do you discern that what you sense (hear) is God’s voice?

Acts 26 – A Complete Turnaround

I lived a – Acts 26:4-11

I saw a – Acts 26:12-13

I heard a – Acts 26:14-18

Acts 25:1-27 – Know Your Rights

Know your rights under the law of our land and speak up v. 9-12

When others seek to about you.  Acts 25:7

John 8:44

Ephesians 4:26-27

When others seek to you.  Acts 25:3  

Then look for the to speak up for Jesus!  Acts 25:13-27

 

Acts 24 Hope of the Gospel & A Bold Witness

I – Intro

II – Accusations Against Paul (v1-9)

III – Paul’s Defense (v10-23)

IV – Felix’s Response (v24-27)

 

Small Group Questions:

1. How have you been pressed, faced hostility, or even persecuted for your beliefs? How did you respond?

2. What are some examples you have seen of someone having a faithful witness under fire? How has that encouraged you?

3. In what ways does Paul’s defense encourage you to hold fast to the truth? What are some specific ways you are challenged by Paul’s example in this text?

4. As you consider the hope of the gospel message, what are some truths that you need reminding of? What are some truths that encourage you to keep holding fast?

There is not a more blessed and powerful weapon for the children of God, than that they should give themselves to prayer. For thus they can have the power of God on their side—the almighty power of God. – George Muller

Matthew 11:28-30

God’s Providence – Preserved for a Purpose

Why is there suffering? Romans 5:3-5

Preserved for a Purpose Romans 8:28; Jeremiah 29:11; Revelation 3:8

Provision

Protection

Purpose Esther 14:4; Matthew 16:25

 

 

God’s Guidance as we travel through life (short or long journeys)
A. In prayer – 

B. In reports – 

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God’s Guidance as we receive or give hospitality
A. In our homes 

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B. In our hearts 

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God’s Guidance as we receive or give a message (prophecy)
A. The spiritual gift to seek – 1 Corinthians 14:1-3

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B. The spiritual gift that can be treated with contempt – 1 Thessalonians 5:19-20

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C. The “detailed report” of what God has done – 

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D. The attempt to avoid conflict 

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God’s Guidance as we are mistreated or rescued
A. Misunderstood

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B. Falsely Accused 

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C. Physically hurt 

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D. Rescued to speak 

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