Pulpit Curriculum
June 12th – June 18th, 2022
Verse of the Week
Acts 21:39 (ESV)
39 “”Paul replied, “I am a Jew, from Tarsus in Cilicia, a citizen of no obscure city. I beg you, permit me to speak to the people.”
Going Deeper
Review Acts 21:37 - Acts 22: 21
1a) What are some of the terminologies that Christians frequently use when attempting to share their faith with non Christians, that can be simplified to be more understandable?
1b) List at least two scriptures references that we could use to share the gospel of Jesus Christ in a simple way.
2a) What is the value of sharing a personal testimony when witnessing to an unbeliever?
2b) Christians are sometimes challenged by others who say that you can not demonstrate the power and goodness of God if you are still struggling with sinful habits or difficult situations. How would you respond?
3a) How would you respond to someone who says that God does not need any help from Christians to defend the Christian faith?
3a) Explain whether we should seek out opportunities to share our faith, or whether we should wait for God to present opportunities for doing so.
Assess Your Life
1) How would you rate your consistency in sharing your personal testimony with others as means of sharing your Christian faith?
a) I don’t ever share my personal testimony.
b) I would like to share my personal testimony but I don’t know how.
c) I sometimes share my personal testimony with others, but I am embarrassed by my past.
d) I am gradually becoming more comfortable with sharing my personal testimony and look for opportunities to do so.
e) I regularly and unreservedly share my my personal testimony with the hope of leading others to Christ.
2) ) What factors may be hindering you from sharing your personal testimony with others?
Application
1 What actions can you take to improve your ability to defend your Christian faith?
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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 defenders of the faith, we must be intentional in how we speak. We must:
Speak in a language that people understand
Share your testimony by:
Sharing what your life was like before Christ;
Sharing how you met Christ; and
Sharing what your life is like now that you know Christ.
Sermon Reflection
What stood out for me in this sermon?
What is something I can do to remember this?
Quotes
When we take time to speak the language of the people, they take time to listen. —Derek A. Ward
When we share our past, it should be to connect with people in such a way that they see themselves in us and recognize that there is hope for them to change. —Derek A. Ward
When you share your God at work story you are not only exalting God, but you are also defending the faith. —Derek A. Ward
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 Peter 3:15-16
Day 2 - 2 Timothy 1:8-9
Day 3 - John 15:26-27
Day 4 - 1 John 1:1-4
Day 5 - Philippians 1:27-30
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