Brookwood Church
Sunday, April 18, 2021
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Conversation Starter
Describe a time you were really impatient with someone.
Begin your study with prayer
Pause for a few minutes to quiet your heart and mind. Ask God to help you experience His love and hear His voice as you reflect on this week’s lesson.
Bible Study and Group Discussion
Read Acts 15:1-5.
Acts of the Apostles 15:1-5 NLT
1. What disagreement did Paul and Barnabas have with the people of Antioch and Judea?
2. How did Paul and Barnabas respond to the disagreement?
Read Acts 15:6-15.
Acts of the Apostles 15:6-15 NLT
3. What were some of the things Paul and Barnabas did to help people know God?
4. How does this passage describe God’s role in salvation?
5. What value is there in letting others share their views?
Read Acts 15:16-21.
Acts of the Apostles 15:16-21 NLT
6. What are the main questions people have about God?
7. Have you ever dismissed or gotten angry with someone who didn’t have the same beliefs as you? Describe.
8. How is it possible to disagree with someone yet maintain unity?
9. How do you see God at work in this chapter?
Spiritual Practice
A spiritual practice is something we take our bodies into, in order to interrupt our usual thoughts, feelings and patterns enabling us to move more deeply into the life of Christ.
Remembering God’s work in your life can help you share your story with others.
1. Describe a time you needed God.
2. How did God work in your life during that time?
3. How are you different as a result?
4. Who needs to hear this story?
Memory Verse
I appeal to you, dear brothers and sisters, by the authority of our Lord Jesus Christ, to live in harmony with each other. Let there be no divisions in the church. Rather, be of one mind, united in thought and purpose. 1 Corinthians 1:10 (NLT)
Prepare for Next Sunday
Next Sunday, April 25, we’ll continue our Church Extended series in the book of Acts with a message on salvation. Read Acts 16 to prepare.
Why Jesus?
If you’ve never experienced God’s forgiveness and grace, we’d love the opportunity to talk with you about a life-changing relationship with Jesus. Email thepastors@brookwoodchurch.org or call 864.688.8200
Acts of the Apostles 16:1-40 NLT
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