Our home groups will be beginning the Book of Acts.
We find the book of acts just following the Gospels. In contrast to the Gospels, which begin with Christ's birth and end with His ascension into heaven, the book of Acts begins with Christ's ascension and develops from there to tell the awesome story of Christ's ministry on earth continuing through His body, the Church.
We will get to explore the birth of the church, its growth in the city of Jerusalem, its spread into the Samaritan suburbs and then its dramatic jump from the Jewish to Gentile culture. We will see Paul's conversion, and his efforts as church planter, as he shares Christ's message all over the known world.
In all these things we will get to see many themes develop. As we explore the Book of Acts we will address the following questions:
- What role does the Holy Spirit take in church growth?
- What does a healthy church look like?
- How does the body operate in community?
- What are the best practices of church planting?
- How does the church solve its disagreements?
- What is the significance of diversity in the church?
- Are we called to follow the will of god to our own detriment?
As you read this book, ask these questions, and any others that come to mind! Now is a great time to start!
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