When Christ is proclained...
- Some people will Hate... (Acts 5:33)
- It shows them that they are wrong.
- It tells them that they can't save themselves.
- Some people will Avoid... (Acts 5:34-39)
- But God's people will Rejoice and Endure! (Acts 5:40-42)
- Persecution
- Praise
- Preseverance
Review Matthew 10:24 | John 13:16 | John 15:20
Why do people hate the gospel?
Three signs of authentic faith
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Small Group Questions (Whole Group):
Read Acts 5:33-42
What exactly caused the huge backlash in verse Acts 5:33? Can you share a time someone hated you (or hates you now) because you’re a Christian? How did/do you handle it?
What do you think Gamaliel (Acts 5:34-39) really believed? Why do you think that? What do you think about his advice to the council?
In Acts 5:41, why were the disciples rejoicing? Why is that a cause for celebration? Be honest - do you celebrate hardship? How can you begin to rejoice over suffering if you haven’t already?
Breakout Questions:
- Confess your sins to one another and pray for one another.