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.
October 14, 2026 - Ballentine Hall 145
Ice Breaker
- What's the most ridiculous lie you told as a kid?
- What's something you were initially embarrassed to admit you enjoyed but now proudly embrace?
Opening Prayer
Study Questions
Study Questions
Acts 4:36-5:11
- What did Ananias and Sapphira do with the money they received from selling their property?
- What do you think was the difference between the motives of the people who sold property and donated the proceeds? How does this motive reveal their real beliefs?
- What was actually sinful about Ananias and Sapphira's actions? Was it wrong for them to keep some of the money?
- Why does Peter describe their actions as lying to the Holy Spirit rather than simply lying to the apostles?
- Why do you think God judged Ananias so severely? What does this reveal about God's character?
- What opportunity did Sapphira have when Peter questioned her? What can we learn from her response?
- What are your honest thoughts to God striking two people dead over this?
- How did the people respond to the deaths of Ananias and Sapphira? Why was this reaction significant?