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Jesus told His disciples “it is to your advantage that I go away…” because doing so allowed for the coming of the Holy Spirit. We are not to merely exist as passive believers waiting for the return of Jesus. Instead, as Christ-followers we are “Empowered” by the Spirit, enabling us to live a life characterized by boldness, unity, and unwavering faith in order to bring the transformative love and life of Jesus Christ to the world around us.
The HOLY SPIRIT empowers us to give to people what we can't give on our own: JESUS! Everyone desperately needs HIM and some want HIM and some don't. By GOD's great power and great grace "Give 'um JESUS!"
Discussion Questions -
Please re-read Acts 3:1-10
As you read this account with John, Peter and the man who was crippled, what do you learn about helping others in need that can apply to your own efforts in helping others?
Please take time, right now, to pray and ask GOD for clarity on what you "have" to give to others. Please share what GOD makes clear to you that you can share with those in need.
Please re-read Acts 3:11-26 - What are some examples of the HOLY SPIRIT empowering Peter?
Please re-read Acts 4:1-13 - When it comes to grace and truth how does Peter's example encourage you to walk in the HOLY SPIRIT's power?
Please re-read Acts 4:19 - 31 - What are at least 2 applications you can take and apply to your life of serving JESUS and sharing JESUS' powerful truth and love from this passage?
Please take time to thank the HOLY SPIRIT and ask HIM for greater confidence and clarity in giving "what you have" for JESUS' kingdom growth.
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