Brookwood Church
Sunday, May 16, 2021
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Conversation Starter
What’s a miracle that happens every day?
Begin your study with prayer
Pause for a few minutes to quiet your heart and mind. Then ask God for insight and direction as you study and reflect on this week’s lesson.
Bible Study and Group Discussion
Read Acts 19:1-7
Acts of the Apostles 19:1-7 NLT
1. What’s the difference between the baptism of John and being baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus?
2. How can you tell the Holy Spirit is at work in someone’s life?
3. Describe a time you experienced the Holy Spirit.
Read Acts 19:8-20.
Acts of the Apostles 19:8-20 NLT
4. How was Paul’s experience in Ephesus (19:8-10) similar to his experience in Corinth (18:1-8)?
Acts of the Apostles 18:1-8 NLT
5. Do you think all believers are given the power to perform unusual miracles like Paul? Why do you believe that?
6. How did the group of Jews who were casting out evil spirits misunderstand the power of God?
7. Why do you think the humiliation of those attempting to cast out evil spirits had such a wide-reaching effect (vs. 17-20)?
8. Why does the Bible emphasize the power of Jesus’ name?
9. As you read through this passage, what good fruit do you see from Paul’s life and ministry?
10. Paul shows us what it looks like to be bold for Jesus. What’s one way you could follow his example?
Spiritual Practice
A spiritual practice is something we do to interrupt our usual thoughts, feelings and patterns enabling us to move more deeply into the life of Christ.
What has God done in your life to show His power? Write down what comes to mind and spend time praising God for who He is and what He’s done. Share what you’re learning about God with a friend.
Memory Verse
Therefore, God elevated Him to the place of highest honor and gave Him the name above all other names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Philippians 2:9-11 (NLT)
Prepare for Next Sunday
Next Sunday, May 23, we’ll continue our series titled Church Extended. To prepare, read Acts 20:13-38.
Acts of the Apostles 20:13-38 NLT
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
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