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Unstoppable Mission October 16

Think about it … What is something you have waited for that was worth the wait? Jesus told the disciples to wait for a special Gift – He told them to wait for the Gift of the Holy Spirit – The Holy Spirit empowers us to spread the gospel.

Listen for specific commands. Acts 1:3-5 (NIV) After his suffering, he showed himself to these men and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God. 4 On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this

Listen for specific commands. command: "Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. 5 For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit."

Promise After His resurrection, how did Jesus spend His time with the apostles? What specific commands did Jesus give the apostles? Jesus told them to wait for the Holy Spirit. How does anticipating a good thing affect your ability to wait?

Promise What do you find difficult about waiting on the Lord? Why must we obey the Lord, even if some of the details are not fully revealed? Contrast John’s baptism with the baptism of the Holy Spirit. In what ways are they different? John’s BaptismBaptism of Holy Spirit

Listen for the disciples’ misunderstanding. Acts 1:6-8 (NIV) So when they met together, they asked him, "Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?" 7 He said to them: "It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority. 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth."

Power What did the apostles misunderstand? Why do our preconceptions sometimes limit what God might be wanting to do? How did Jesus answer the apostles’ question? How does verse 8 of the passage apply to us today? How can we be more in tune with God’s plans and God’s timing?

Listen for what the disciples did. Acts 1:12-14 (NIV) Then they returned to Jerusalem from the hill called the Mount of Olives, a Sabbath day's walk from the city. 13 When they arrived, they went upstairs to the room where they were staying. Those present were Peter, John, James and Andrew; Philip and

Listen for what the disciples did. Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew; James son of Alphaeus and Simon the Zealot, and Judas son of James. 14 They all joined together constantly in prayer, along with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brothers.

Prayer Notice that prayer was the first thing they did. Why do we sometimes consider prayer as the last thing we try? What do you suppose they were praying about? How is praying with others for a common mission different from your personal prayers? What common mission can our group pray for together?

Prayer Consider some keys to an effective prayer experience – Come to God with Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication A.C.T.S. – Meditation on the attributes of God – Claiming God’s promises – Praying scripture – Praying for people the application of a Bible study

Application Accept the mission. – You may not have accepted Christ’s mission because you never have accepted Christ. – If that is the case, turn from your sin, and receive Jesus as Savior and Lord. – Then start being His witness wherever you go.

Application Embrace the gift. – Understand the Holy Spirit is the source of your strength to be the witness God has called you to be. – Start praying for opportunities to share your faith. – Rely on Him for guidance and power.

Application Pray together. – Enlist 2-3 people from your Bible study group to meet outside of your regular Bible study period. – Use Acts 1:8 as a guide to develop a prayer list for local, regional, national, and international needs. – Get a map and circle specific areas God leads you to pray for. – Seek God’s will in how to pray, not forgetting to pray for opportunities to share your faith as you go about your regular routines.

Unstoppable Mission October 16