GROUP GUIDE
Leading a group through these questions? Here’s a simple guide for 1.5-2 hour GROUP meeting.
Welcome and Opening Prayer. (5 minutes)
Read the passage aloud. (5 minutes)
Guide the group through the questions. (30-60 minutes)
Take time to share prayer requests and pray for each other. (15-30 minutes)
Discussion
What stands out to you from this passage? How does this passage most challenge or encourage you?
What types of persecution did the apostles experience in this passage?
What examples show the apostles obeying God despite their fears?
What types of persecution might Christians face today for “obeying God rather than human beings? (Acts 5:29).
In what situation might you need the Spirit’s filling to obey the Lord and overcome fear?
How do you want to respond to this passage in your daily life?
PRAYER
How can we pray for you as a group?
Next week: Acts 6:1-12, 7:1, 51-60, 8:1a
(Acts 6:1–8:1a)
