1. Hard Hearts & Societal Pressure
Read Acts 19:8–10.
The sermon noted that the Jews in Ephesus didn’t reject Paul because of theology alone, but because embracing his gospel would bring social consequences.
Discussion Prompt:
Where do you see societal pressure today tempting Christians to soften, alter, or avoid parts of the gospel? How can we guard our hearts from becoming hardened like those in the Ephesian synagogue?
2. Perseverance in Gospel Work
Paul preached boldly in the synagogue, was rejected, and then kept preaching for two more years in the lecture hall of Tyrannus.
Discussion Prompt:
Where is God calling you to keep sowing gospel seeds—even when it feels fruitless, opposed, or discouraging? What helps you stay faithful in “in-season and out-of-season” moments?
3. Community, Partnership, & Coworkers in Christ
The sermon highlighted Paul’s traveling companions as evidence that the gospel moves forward through teams, not lone rangers.
Discussion Prompt:
What does genuine partnership in the gospel look like in our church? In what ways can our group be more intentional teammates—encouraging, supporting, and strengthening one another’s ministries?
4. Resurrection Hope in Everyday Life
The story of Eutychus (Acts 20:7–12) shows God’s power to bring life out of death—and Luke frames it as a “first day of the week” resurrection moment.
Discussion Prompt:
Where do you need resurrection hope right now? A relationship, a habit, a discouraging situation, or an area of spiritual dryness? How does the resurrection of Jesus bring comfort, courage, or clarity there?
5. Living with God’s Calendar in Mind
Paul arranged his entire travel schedule so he could be in Jerusalem for the feast of Pentecost—his life was oriented by God’s story and God’s priorities.
Discussion Prompt:
What would it look like for your rhythms—time, calendar, priorities—to be more intentionally shaped by God’s story? What small “Pentecost-like” commitments could help you reorder your life around discipleship rather than convenience?
