3 May
The Spirit Sends Missionaries (Acts 13:1-52)
The Holy Spirit sends Paul and Barnabas from Antioch to proclaim the gospel beyond familiar boundaries. This topic explores the church’s role in God’s mission and the courage needed to proclaim Christ amid both welcome and opposition. (Note: study questions for the message are released on the church’s sermon page on the Monday after each sermon, and to find them, go here and scroll until you find the Sunday listed: https://wcc.org.au/podcasts/media/series.)
Reflection/Discussion Questions (for website)
Comprehension
- What does the Holy Spirit instruct the church in Antioch to do in Acts 13:1–3, and how does this begin Paul and Barnabas’s missionary journey?
- How do different groups respond to Paul’s message in Pisidian Antioch (Acts 13:42–52)?
Going Deeper
- What does the commissioning of Paul and Barnabas (Acts 13:2–3) reveal about the role of the church in sending and supporting mission?
- How does Paul’s sermon in Acts 13:16–41 present Jesus as the fulfilment of God’s promises in Israel’s history?
Personal Application
- How can you become more attentive and responsive to the Holy Spirit’s leading in your life and ministry?
- What might it look like for you to share your faith with courage and grace, even when facing misunderstanding or opposition?
