Speak Your Word With Boldness
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Key Verse 13: Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were uneducated, common men, they were astonished. And they recognized that they had been with Jesus.
Theme
As you sent me into the world, so I have sent them into the world. -John 17:18
V1-4
What two things happened when the disciples were sent out into the world? (3 & 4) Why do you think these two things happened? How is this outcome similar to what happened to Jesus when he was sent into the world?
V5-14
Why do you think the rulers asked the disciples “By what power or by what name did you do this”? How did Peter answer?(10-12) Why is it important to be clear about the name and the source of power when we are sent out?
V15-22
Why do you think the rulers did not want the “name” of Jesus to be spoken of anymore? How did Peter respond to their charge to not speak or teach in the name of Jesus? (19-20) Why is this conviction important to have when we are sent out?
V23-31
What did the disciples resolve to do after they were persecuted and what did they ask God for? (29-30) How did God answer their prayers? (31) Why is it important to pray like this when going out into the world and when coming in?
V32-37
How did the believers handle their worldly possessions? Why do you think they did this? What effects did this way of living have on the early church? Why do you think it's important to lay everything down that is your own at the apostle’s feet?