Essential 100

Week Fifteen: The Church is Born

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71.    The Day of Pentecost (Acts 2:1-47)

What do you believe about the Holy Spirit?

Have you ever sensed that the Holy Spirit was at work in your life?

72.    Growth and Persecution (Acts 3:1—4:37)

What is your view of the church today? Why does it exist? What

What would you suggest as a “church growth strategy” today?

73.    The First Martyr (Acts 6:8—8:8)

Why were the religious leaders so threatened by Stephen’s sermon?

is a “threat” to some people today? Why?

Have you ever been persecuted or ridiculed for what you believe?

74.    Sharing the Word (Acts 8:26-40)

Some people say, “Religion is important but it should be kept private."

Have you ever shared your religious beliefs with another person?

and what happened?

75.    Good News for All (Acts 10:1—11:18)

How would you describe the good news of the Gospel? What specifically

Do you think the church today is inclusive or exclusive? Why?