Courageous — Part 2

Warm-Up

1. Names are incredibly powerful – Do you know what your name means?

2. How have you seen God’s purposes be unstoppable despite human efforts?

Know It

Read Acts 5. What stands out to you?

1. What made the early church “highly regarded” by those around them (v. 13)?

Why were people still hesitant to join the church despite the high regard they held for it?

2. How did jealousy hold back the religious leaders from the truth and God’s plan?

How did the apostles respond to this jealousy?

3. In the first five chapters of Acts, what characteristics have you noticed about the apostles and how are you inspired and encouraged?

What themes stand out to you in these first five chapters?

Own It

1. What is something God has done in your life that you still talk about today – what story do you still share?

How have you seen your story impact the lives of others around you?

2. How have you witnessed the power of the name of Jesus in your life?

How have you seen Jesus’ name make people uncomfortable? What is your response when you see that happen?

Next Steps

1. Is there any area of your life where jealousy and comparison are keeping you from God’s good truth and plan?

What do you need to do to battle this jealousy?

2. We heard Blake say…”May I never stop speaking about Jesus….” God is always working! Who or what is something you want to begin or continue to pray for or speak boldly about?

Is there someone that you have stopped praying for or inviting that you need to circle back to?

What step can you take this week to help fill your city with the teachings of Jesus?

Challenge

This week reread the first five chapters of Acts and share your biggest takeaway at your next group meeting.