Unstoppable Understanding
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 18:24-28
- 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?
Recognizing God’s Gifts And Talents
- Who is Apollos?
- What was Apollos’ ministry?
- What was Apollos’ gifting?
- What do you believe to be some of the giftings and talents God has given you?
- Can those giftings be used for the Kingdom
Gifting And Character
- What character traits do we see in Apollos?
- Are these traits natural or can they be learned?
- Is there a difference between “giftings” and “character traits”?
- According to this story, what would you say to be the “shortcoming” or “weakness” of Apollos?
- What can we infer about how Apollos reacted when confronted by Aquila and Priscilla?
- Name a time in your life where a “more perfect way” was shown to you?
- How did you respond? What was the result
Takeaway And Application
- What do you believe would have happened to Apollos and his ministry if he would have rejected the truth that was shown to him?
- What happened to Apollos after he showed himself teachable?
- Do you believe the giftings of Apollos would have been hindered if he rejected the truth?
- Is your kingdom potential more reliant on your giftings or on your character?
- Are there any truths that have been shown to you that you struggle to receive?
- What would be the outcome if you received that truth?
- What would be the outcome if you rejected that truth?
- What are some things we can apply today to allow God to use us at our fullest capacity
Next Week Unstoppable Salvation – Acts 19:1-10
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