Bible Study - For a Limited Time: Acts 27 28se
- What is something God has done for you that you are thankful for or are celebrating? How have you experienced his love and goodness this week?
- Where are you experiencing stress, anxiety or discouragement? How would you like to see God move in your life or in the life of someone close to you?
- What did you hear in this week’s sermon that was new or particularly interesting? Did anything stand out to you as puzzling or troubling?
- Read Acts 27:13-26 (the storm at sea).
- What do you notice about Luke’s detailed account of the storm? How do the people aboard the ship respond in this moment (v.20)?
- How does Paul respond in this moment? Where does Paul find his assurance and comfort in the midst of this terrible storm?
- Chris noted: “A word from God doesn’t change every circumstance but it can change you and how you face the circumstance.” How have you experienced the power of God’s unchanging Word?
- Read Acts 28:1-10 (Paul on the island of Malta). Despite the challenges that he had just experienced, Paul serves the people on the island. This unexpected detour is not lost on Paul – he ends up sharing the Gospel. Which verses or phrases catch your attention in the text? What can we learn from this episode on Malta?
- Think about the VUCA acronym: volatility, unpredictability, complexity, and ambiguity. What promises and assurances do we have in Christ when things get hard? (ex: Matt 6:25-32; Matt 11:28-30; John 16:33; 2 Cor 1:3-4)
- As we continue to observe the Dallas County shelter-in-place orders, how might God be leading you to love and serve those around you? Is there somebody in your sphere that needs some encouragement or support?