Confirmations and the Will of God

January 10, 2021 || Acts 20 || Kefing Aperto-Berry || Confirmations and the Will of God

Discussion Questions:

• Do you recall a time when the Lord gave you conformation about something? What was it and how did that conformation affect your decision making? Explain.

• When you are alone with the Lord what is your posture when you pray? Do you see it important to kneel before the Lord in prayer? If you do kneel as your position in prayer, how has it affects your walk with God? Explain.

• When you realized the difference between your will and God’s will, did that change your outlook on your life? Do you find it easy or hard to live in the Lord’s will for you? Explain.

Humility, Tears, and Trials • Part Two

January 3, 2021 || Acts 20 || Kefing Aperto-Berry || Humility, Tears, and Trials • Part Two

Discussion Questions:

• How can you ensure that you are aware that your relationship with Jesus Christ is growing? Explain.

• Knowing that we as the church have been purchased with the blood of Jesus Christ, how does that affect the responsiblity you have to be a faithful witness? Explain.

• We are reminded by the words of Jesus that it is far better to give than to receive. How have you seen this principle play out in your life? Explain.

Humility, Tears, and Trials

December 27, 2020 || Acts 20 || Kefing Aperto-Berry || Humility, Tears, and Trials

Discussion Questions:

• Do you recall your Damascus road experience? When was it in your life that you came to grips with the sin in your life? How has the convicting power of Jesus Christ produced humility in you? Explain.

• What are markers showing you’re being lead by either the Holy Spirit, or by your flesh? How do you know the difference? Explain.

• Knowing all you do about who Jesus Christ is, and your identity in Him, how excited are you to finish your race strong? Despite all the trials you will face, how can you ensure you will finish strong? Explain.

The Sabbath, Breaking Bread, & Long-Winded Miracles

December 13, 2020 || Acts 20 || Kefing Aperto-Berry || The Sabbath, Breaking Bread, and Long-Winded Miracles

Discussion Questions

• How do you understand the Lord’s Supper, otherwise known as communion? Do you take the time to examine your heart before you partake? How has communion helped shape your understanding of what Jesus Christ has done for you? Explain.

• You may never sit though a service that will last all night long, but there are plenty of areas in our lives where we could stand to become more patient. Name at least two areas where the Lord would like you to grow in your patience. Explain.

• As we have witnessed time and time again, all miracles come from the hand of God, at the proper time. Do you recall the most recent miracle in your life? How did it grow your faith in Jesus Christ? Explain.

Moving Parts: Encouraging the Church

December 6, 2020 || Acts 20 || Kefing Aperto-Berry || Moving Parts: Encouraging the Church

Discussion Questions:

• How do you view the location the Lord has you in? As a burden or a blessing to share the Gospel? Explain.

• Since your conversion, have you experienced fellowship with people from different cultures, races, and social classes than you? How has that affected your view of Jesus Christ’s love for your? Explain.

• What are markings in your life that reveal your humility before the Lord first and then people? Explain.

God Meeting You Where You Are

November 29, 2020 || Topical || Daniel Gaul || God Meeting You Where You Are

Discussion Questions:

• Why do people feel that they have to go somewhere else to meet with GOD?

• How has GOD defied your expectations in how He works in your life?

• In what way(s) is humility displayed/observed in the Christian walk?

Riots Reveal Hard Hearts (Part Two)

November 22, 2020 || Acts 19 || Kefing Aperto-Berry || Riots Reveal Hard Hearts (Part Two)

Discussion Questions:

• As we learned, the spirit of confusion is behind senseless rioting. In today’s culture and climate, do you see this spirit at work within people? If so how can you tell? Explain.

• What is it about a mob mentality that seems so appealing and inviting? Why do people have an easier time following the crowd rather than seeking the Lord for what they need? Explain.

• When we are confused we don’t think straight. We lack discernment, and make irrational decisions. How has the Holy Spirit helped you not to be confused? Explain.

Riots Reveal Hard Hearts

November 15, 2020 || Acts 19 || Kefing Aperto-Berry || Riots Reveal Hard Hearts

Discussion Questions:

• As we see time and time again in God’s Word, where there are strides made for Christ, it doesn’t come without opposition. Can you recall a time when you experienced some form of opposition as you shared Christ? How did you respond to that opposition? Explain.

• Demetrius’ desire to not lose his income drove him to fight against the Lord. Have you yourself ever fought against the Lord? What did it look like, and what was the outcome? Explain.

• In large part, many began to revolt against Paul’s teaching because they refused to give up their way of life. They enjoyed their false religion and the lifestyle that came with it. Ultimately their backbiting against the ways of God revealed their hard hearts. Have you ever experienced this same kind of opposition towards God in your own life? What did it take to change your perspective about the ways of the Lord? Explain.

You Can't Fake It With Christ

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November 8, 2020 || Acts 19 || Kefing Aperto-Berry || You Can’t Fake It With Christ

Discussion Questions:

Most likely a cloth or apron of yours has not been used to heal sick people or cast out demons. But since you have been saved, what great thing has the Lord done in and through your life? Explain.

We learned from the sons of Sceva that not having a relationship with Jesus Christ proves very dangerous. Not only will you not be able to enter into eternity at peace with Him, but also here on earth you will have no protection against unclean spirits. Since you have been saved, have you experienced victory against unclean spirits, and strongholds being broken in your life? Explain.

The fear of the Lord is a beautiful thing. It’s a blessing to become aware of His greatness and not have your heart darkened to the truth. Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. How has the fear of the Lord affected your life? Explain.

Always Room to Grow in Christ

October 25, 2020 || Acts 18 || Kefing Aperto-Berry || Always Room to Grow in Christ

Discussion Questions:

• Can you recall when you realized you didn’t need to know everything about God’s Word to share Jesus Christ with others? Did that give you confidence to share? Explain.

• Are you in a position to allow other more mature believers to speak truth into your life? Are you willing to continue to grow in Christ? Explain.

• We learned that Priscilla and Aquila played a pivotal role in the maturation of Apollo. As the body of Christ we all play a vital role. What is your role or position in the body? Explain.

God's Timing, God's Will

October 18, 2020 || Acts 18 || Kefing Aperto-Berry || God's Timing, God's Will

Discussion Questions:

• Have you ever made a vow with the Lord? How did taking that vow affect your life? Has your spiritual life benefited from dedicating your life to the Lord? Explain.

• Can you recall a time when you had to wait on the Lord? Were you successful in waiting on Him to answer your prayers? What did you learn waiting on God? Explain.

• Why is it important to see those around you mature in Jesus Christ? How can you personally get involved in the life of someone around you to make a difference for God’s Kingdom in this way? Explain.

Church & State Separate

October 11, 2020 || Acts 18 || Daniel Gaul || Church & State Separate

Discussion Questions

• How was this confrontation similar to Jesus’ trial before Pilate?

• How was Gallio’s response different from what we see today, and why?

• What should our reaction be when we are confronted with secular authority?

The Mission Field

October 4, 2020 || Acts 17 || Kefing Aperto-Berry || The Mission Field

• When did you realize that God can use you right where you’re at - in your career, in your family, with your friends? What made you realize that, as a Christian, your mission field is right in front of you? Explain.

• Have you ever had an experience where you stopped witnessing to someone? What was the reason? How did you deal with that? Explain.

• Just like in Paul’s case, whenever we need encouragement Jesus is there to remind us of His promises. How does this build your strength and faith? Explain.

Our Limitless God, Part Two

September 27, 2020 || Acts 17 || Kefing Aperto-Berry || Our Limitless God, Part Two

Discussion Questions:

• What was your reaction when you realized that Jesus Christ was the only one who could save you? How did you respond to repentance for the cleansing of your sins? Explain.

• What does the blood of Christ mean to you? Are you aware of it’s forgiveness, deliverance, and protection? Explain.

• As we learned though Paul shared the truth of Christ to the Athenians, some didn’t believe. Do you gauge the quality of your witness based on the number of people who you see profess Christ or by the message of His redemptive work? Explain.

Our Limitless God

September 20, 2020 || Acts 17 || Kefing Aperto-Berry || Our Limitless God

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Idols and New Ideas

September 13, 2020 || Acts 17 || Kefing Aperto-Berry || Idols and New Ideas

Discussion Questions:

• Throughout your Christian walk, has the Lord pointed out any idols in your life? If so, have you surrendered them to Him? Explain.

• Can you recall a time when you had to stand up for your belief in Jesus Christ? Explain.

• How do you engage with those who love to debate? Do you try and beat them at their own game or do you point them to Christ in love? Explain.

Seek and You Shall Find

September 6, 2020 || Acts 17 || Kefing Aperto-Berry || Seek and You Shall Find

Discussion Questions:

• Being part of the body of Christ, do you sense the need to help out other believers? Do you sense that same help being reciprocated? Explain.

• When you hear a message or a teaching on the Bible, what is your first reaction? Is it to double check what is being taught, or do you simply take what you hear as the truth? Explain.

• How do deal with those who continue to hold up resistance to Jesus Christ? Do you intercede for them or ignore them? Explain.

Persistence in Christ

August 30, 2020 || Acts 17 || Kefing Aperto-Berry || Persistence in Christ

Discussion Questions:

• Have you experienced first hand how you must be consistent in your witness of Christ to others? Explain.

• It is not our job to determine who is saved and who is not, but we must understand that The Gospel will divide people. Has the truth of Jesus Christ dividing people lead you to reach out to those you know? To witness and pray for them? Explain.

• Knowing that you may never receive and recognition in this life for your contributions to spreading the Gospel message to others, are you good with that? Are you secured enough in Christ not to be concerned with that? Explain.

Integrity Under Pressure

August 23, 2020 || Acts 16 || Kefing Aperto-Berry || Integrity Under Pressure

Discussion Questions:

• Can you recall a time in your life when you were wrongfully accused of something? Did God eventually justify you? Explain. If not, remember that ultimately you will be justified before men by Jesus Christ in the life to come.

• Have you ever had to forgo your rights as a Christian to further the spread of the Gospel? Explain.

• What was the most recent thing you have done for the Lord? How is your service to others encouraging you to continue living a life of service? Explain.