Pulpit Curriculum
July 17th – July 23rd, 2022
Verse of the Week
Acts 23:11 (ESV)
11 The following night the Lord stood by him and said, “Take courage, for as you have testified to the facts about me in Jerusalem, so you must testify also in Rome.”
Going Deeper
Review Acts 22:22 – Acts 23:11
1a) Why do people reject the clear evidence that the gospel changes lives? How can we counter this and defend the faith?
1b) How should we respond when we are treated and accused wrongly? In what ways is Jesus our perfect example?
2a) What scriptures would you use to advise someone that they can move forward after making a mistake?
2b) Can our testimony be damaged by our past mistakes? Provide biblical examples of persons whose testimony was enhanced in spite of their past mistakes. .
3a) The Sadducees argued in Acts 23:8 that there is no resurrection. What are the implications if there is no resurrection? (You may use 1 Corinthians 15:13-19 for reference)
3b) In Acts 23:11 the Lord stood by Paul and told him to take courage. What is the basis of our confidence in that we can similarly embrace the grace and comfort of the Lord?
Assess Your Life
1) ) How would you rate your ability to defend the faith with others?
a) I don’t ever defend the faith with others
b) I am unsure how to defend the faith with others
c) I occasionally defend the faith when asked
d) I am becoming more comfortable with my ability to defend the faith
e) I take every opportunity I can to defend the faith__
2) What factors may be hindering you from glorifying God and living harmoniously?
Application
1 What factors may be hindering your ability to defend the 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
When facing situations that challenge your faith, believers should:
- Take responsibility for your defense
- Accept that things can go wrong
- Utilize your religious knowledge
- Embrace the grace and encouragement from the Lord
What stood out for me in this sermon?
What is something I can do to remember this?
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 - Jude 1:3-4
Day 2 - 2 Timothy 2:24-25
Day 3 - 2 Thessalonians 2:13-15
Day 4 - Romans 1:16
Day 5 - Titus 1:9
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