Unstoppable Clarity
Pray
Pray together for the group meeting, and any pressing needs within the group.
If any groups attendees have kids that need a wholesome distraction during the discussion here is a YouTube channel with many great Pentecostal videos for kids.
Review
Each week you’ll spend some time reviewing the previous week’s lesson. Did anything happen last week that brought the lesson to mind, and what did you learn from it?
Watch
Watch the following discussion-starter video. It’ll set the topic of discussion for the group.
Read: Acts 13:43-52
- One person will first read the scripture selection in the King James Version.
- Next, another person will read the same passages in a modern language or amplified version for more clarity such as the New Living Translation (NLT), Message Bible (MSG), New English Translation (NET), Amplified Bible (AMP), etc. We recommend using the YouVersion Bible app.
Retell
- One person will begin retelling the scripture passage in their own words (a new person to start each week is great!) Then…
- As a group, work together to fill in gaps and build the story. This will help us internalize and own it. Be sure everyone participates.
Discuss
Together, share around the group how the topic and scripture setting applies to your life personally. Here are some thoughts to consider for discussion… don’t let the discussion stop here, though… what questions can you ask that will help uncover God’s message?
Everyone should answer<< What are the key elements of a clearly defined vision?
The Setting
- Where were Paul and Barnabas?
- Who was in the congregation?
- Why did some of the congregation “stay behind” and follow Paul and Barnabas? (13:43)
- What was the impact of the message that was delivered to those who remained?
Sabbath Day Message
- Why did such a large crowd gather to hear the preaching?
- How did the Jews respond when they saw Paul and Barnabas preaching to a larger crowd? Why did they respond this way?
- << Everyone Answer >> Have you done something positive which was (surprisingly) met with a negative response? How did this impact you?
- How did Paul and Barnabas respond to the criticism from Jews? Why was this response significant for the Gentiles and salvation for everyone?
- How did the Gentiles respond to this message? What was the result of their response?
- << New Birth >> Who has the ability to follow the plan of salvation and be saved?
Clarity of vision
- What was the “vision” contained in Paul and Barnabas’ response to the Jews and Gentiles?
- << Everyone Answer >> Have you ever been given a job to perform without a clear overall vision? What was the result?
- How did Paul and Barnabas react to the clear vision which they were given? What impact did this have on the church?
What is the application- how can we apply this to our lives?
- How does our response to God’s word impact our spiritual growth?
- What is God’s vision for the church? What can you do to achieve that vision in your daily life?
Next Week…