Pulpit Curriculum
August 21st – Aug 27th, 2022
Verse of the Week
Acts 28:28-31 (ESV)
28 Therefore let it be known to you that this salvation of God has been sent to the Gentiles; they will listen.30 He lived there two whole years at his own expense, and welcomed all who came to him, 31 proclaiming the kingdom of God and teaching about the Lord Jesus Christ with all boldness and without hindrance.
Going Deeper
Review Acts 28:11 - 31
1) In Acts 28 Paul used his house arrest to proclaim Jesus. How can you use your own circumstances to proclaim Jesus?
2) Despite Paul’s difficult circumstances, he remained totally committed to God and God’s mission. How are you staying focused on God’s mission when faced with the distractions of the world?
3) Read Acts 28:11-22. In what ways might disappointments and discouragement be ways for God to prepare us for the mission?
4) In light of the fact that God wanted Paul to arrive in Rome, why do you think He allowed so many hardships along the way?
5) In what ways is Chapter 28 a fitting end to the book of Acts or does it feel incomplete? What part can you play in writing “Acts 29”?
6) What have you learned from the book of Acts that prepares and equips you to be a witness in your circle of influence; to be a witness in your country, and to be a witness to the ends of the earth?
Assess Your Life
1) How would you rate your willingness to proclaim the kingdom of God?
a) I am not willing to proclaim the gospel
b) I am unsure how to proclaim the gospel
c) I occasionally attempt to share the gospel even though I get mixed results
d) I am becoming more comfortable with proclaiming the gospel
e) I am always willing to proclaim the gospel
2) What factors may be hindering you from proclaiming the gospel?
Application
1 What actions are you taking to improve your proclamation of the good news of the gospel?
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2 Of the list above, which one(s) will you be intentional about working on this week?
I will ask
Sermon Main Points
As believers we must:
Be thankful and encouraged
Speak your Truth
Proclaim the kingdom of God
5 Day Study Plan
Use the Inductive Bible Study method to study these scriptures this week and remember to share with someone else.
Follow these steps
1. Observe the text. (What does the text say?)
2. Interpret the text. (What does the text mean?)
3. Apply the text. (What can I do as a result of what I have learnt?)
Day 1 - 1 Thessalonians 5:18-20
Day 2 - Ephesians 5:18-20
Day 3 - Ephesians 6:14-15
Day 4 - Matthew 28:19-20
Day 5 - Matthew 6:33-34
For best results, this content should be read and prepared privately and then disccussed in your small group or with family / friends. We were not created to do life alone - get connected with a small group and grow together.
Harvest Bible Chapel Barbados - 2022