Acts: The Spread of the Gospel

This study is taken from John MacArthur's "Acts: The Spread of the Gospel." My prayer and goal for this devo is that we will learn more about how the early church laid the foundation for what we possess today, and that we would allow God to use us to turn our world upside for Him!

This will be an exciting journey, so encourage others to join you! I'm looking forward to the interaction we will have on this blog as we study the book of Acts!

The devos will differ in format from day to day, but two things are constant: 1) a daily reading, and 2) additional Scripture passages that are in bold. Be sure to read any and all of the readings/bold verses that appear so that you can see the full picture of what is taught that day.

Remember, you can access any of the previous devos that have been posted from the "Blog Archive" section on the left side of this page.

Tuesday, April 29, 2008

Encountering the Word - Part 3 - Devo for 04/30/08

Reading
John 1:35-51

Responsive Questions
1. In these verses we are introduced to five men: Andrew, Simon, Philip, Nathanael and one unnamed disciple (John). How does each man respond to the testimony he hears about Jesus?
2. Which of these responses have you encountered as you have shared your faith in Jesus Christ?
3. What would you be most interested in investigating about Jesus if you could go back in time to the events in this chapter?
4. John records more than a dozen names or descriptions of Jesus in this chapter. Which of the names of Jesus has the most significance to you personally? Explain why.

Applying Chapter 1 in Your Life
Consider some ways that you can be a witness for Jesus in your community. What is one specific action you can take this week to demonstrate Jesus' love to others who don't yet know Him?
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Monday, April 28, 2008

Encountering the Word - Part 2 - Devo for 04/29/08

Reading
John 1:19-34

Responsive Questions
1. In verses 8 and 9 and again in these verses another John is introduced. He is not the author of the Gospel but John the Baptizer, Jesus' relative, and the one who announced Jesus' coming to the people of his day. What steps does John the Baptist take to guarantee that people will not look at him but at Jesus?
2. How would you summarize John the Baptist's testimony concerning Jesus?
3. What practical application can we draw from John the Baptist's testimony?
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Sunday, April 27, 2008

Encountering the Word - Part 1 - Devo for 04/28/08

Reflective Questions
1. What famous person alive today would you like to spend a day with? Why?
2. What do you hope will happen in your life as a result of studying the Gospel of John?

Reading
John 1:1-18

Responsive Questions
1. Why do you think John calls Jesus "the Word" (vv. 1, 14)?
2. In verses 1-5, what facts does John declare to be true of the Word?
3. Which of these facts most helps you understand who Jesus is?
4. John contrasts Jesus' rejection by the majority with his reception by a few (vv. 9-13). What truths about Jesus should have brought the majority to receive him (vv. 9-11)?
5. How would you explain to someone both the meaning and the results of receiving Jesus (vv. 12-13)?
6. According to verses 14-18, what specific aspects of God's character are revealed to us through Jesus?
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Intro to Our Study

Today begins our journey through the book of John. There are many truths we will learn from our study together, but none more significant than this: JESUS CHRIST IS GOD!

I trust you are excited about this fascinating study focused on the greatest person who ever lived. If you will respond to what John writes in faith and obedience, you, like John, will experience a whole new kind of life.
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Monday, April 14, 2008

Welcome!

Welcome to REALIfeTEEns' new blog, REAL TRUTH for REALIfeTEEns. The purpose of this blog is to:
  • encourage you to study God's Word.
  • challenge you to think about how God's Word applies to you.
  • share with others what you learned from the posted passage.

Our prayer is that God's REAL TRUTH would change us to live REAL LIVES for Him!

In Christ,

The Leaders

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