Jesus’ ministry and followers somehow went from a few loved left ones at the Foot of the Cross to an ever expanding group of disciples and followers who were willing to die for the sake of the Gospel. How did this happen? Something had to have happened. This is that story.
September 9, 2026 - Ballentine Hall 145
Ice Breaker
- 1^3
- Share ONE thing that was fun this past week
- Share ONE thing that was weird this past week
- Share ONE thing that you are looking forward to the rest of the week
Opening Prayer
Study Questions
Study Questions
Acts 2:1–13
- What do you notice about what happens when the Holy Spirit comes in verses 1–4?
- How does the crowd react to what they see and hear?
- Why do you think God chose to have the disciples speak in different languages?
- How does this connect with Jesus’ promise in Acts 1:8?
- What does this passage teach us about depending on the Holy Spirit?
- Many people believe that to be filled with the spirit is evidenced strictly in the ability to speak in tongues. How do these passages push back against that?
Acts 2:14–21
- How does Peter respond to the confusion and mocking of the crowd?
- What does Peter emphasize from the prophecy in Joel?