Unstoppable Demonstration
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 19:10-21
- 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?
Video connection question: Have you ever performed a task without the proper knowledge of why you were doing it? How did that lack of knowledge limit you?
Spreading the Word in Asia
- Where was Paul doing ministry?
- Who was impacted by Paul’s ministry?
- What is significant about Jews and Greeks hearing the word of the Lord?
- Describe when you first heard and believed the Word of the Lord.
- What can we do personally to spread God’s word?
Accessing Authentic Miracles
- What made Paul’s ministry so effective?
- Why did people try to emulate Paul’s ministry?
- What happened as the seven sons of Sceva tried to cast an evil spirit out of a man?
- Why were the seven sons of Sceva unsuccessful at casting the evil spirit out of a man?
- How did others respond as a result of this failure?
- What made the evil spirit recognize that the Seven sons of Sceva had no authority over it?
- What are some characteristics of an authentic miracle?
- How can lack of knowledge hinder our walk with God?
The Authority of the Holy Spirit
- What is needed to access the miracle working power of God?
- What can we do to make sure we have the authority of the Holy Spirit at work in our lives?
- What are the benefits of walking in the authority God has given us?
- Describe some steps you have taken to make sure God is honored in your life.
- Have you ever given up something you valued greatly for the cause of Christ?
Unstoppable Demonstration
- What assurance do you have that God is still performing miracles through His people today?
- What are some ways people take advantage of God’s power without having an intimate relationship with Him?
- Tell about a time you witnessed a powerful demonstration of God’s power.
- How are lives changed when God’s power is on display?
- How have you used your God-given authority to witness to others?
Next Week: End of semester celebration.
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