Key Ideas
Faith Fact
I can share God’s love.
Faith Verse
John 20:21 (NLT)
[Jesus] said, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I am sending you.”
Question of the Day: How has the Holy Spirit called you to go?
Read about It
Read: Acts 16:6–10
Paul, the missionary, traveled far and wide, telling others about the love of Jesus. He started churches, trained leaders, and encouraged new Christians. The Holy Spirit led Paul. He knew that he needed to follow the Holy Spirit’s leading so the Church could grow. He kept traveling and preaching, but the Holy Spirit stopped him from going to a certain place. What was he to do? Then, in a dream, Paul saw a man from Macedonia begging for help. Paul didn’t think twice. He immediately left for Macedonia to spread the good news about Jesus there.
Who do you know that needs to hear? Everyone needs to hear about Jesus! But, just one person can’t tell the entire world. Paul, the first missionary, who started many churches and saw many come to Jesus, couldn’t reach the whole world alone.
Like Paul, we need to be obedient to the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit will lead us and guide us. He will show us where to go and who to talk to. Like Paul, we can obey when the Holy Spirit calls. Listen carefully for times you think the Holy Spirit is leading you. It could be in prayer time, or it could be during your day. He can help you know who to tell about Jesus. He helps you know where to go. Keep working for Jesus and sharing His love. When the Holy Spirit speaks to you, then obey!
Talk about It
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Question 1. How did Paul know to go to Macedonia? Answer 1. Through a vision (Acts 16:9)
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| Question 2. Has the Holy Spirit ever prompted you to share the good news about Jesus? Explain.
Answer 2. Answers will vary.
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| Question 3. Why should we depend on the Holy Spirit when we are spreading the good news about Jesus?
Answer 3. Answers will vary.
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Question 4. What are a few ways the Holy Spirit can help lead you? Answer 4. Answers will vary.
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| Question 5. How has the Holy Spirit called you to go?
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Pray about It
Dear Jesus, thank You for sending the Holy Spirit to guide me! You have called me to obey and go. I am listening, and I am getting ready for what You need me to do. Help me to be bold. Help me to share the good news. Most of all, help me to follow the leading of the Holy Spirit. Prepare the hearts of others to hear the good news and begin their journey with You. Jesus, please use me to share Your love with the world. Amen.