Edgewood Bible Church

Acts 5:12-42 - Obeying God

Main idea: Obeying God will result in more persecution but always ends in joy.
1. Obeying God instead of men will result in envy2. Obeying God instead of men might result in death3. Obeying God instead of men will result in persecution
Discussion Questions:1. What does it mean to obey God rather than men in your current context (work, school, family, etc.)?2. Why is it significant that Peter mentions both repentance and forgiveness of sins as gifts given by the exalted Jesus?3. What might it look like for a Christian today to obey God rather than men—especially when there’s real cost involved?4. When persecution or opposition arises, is your natural response fear, silence, compromise—or joy?

Acts 4:32-5:11 - Pure Church

Main idea: True unity in the Spirit results in a true reputation
1. Barnabas—Son of encouragement
2. Ananias and Sapphira—Children of Hypocrisy
Discussion Questions:
1. What do we learn about Barnabas in this passage?
2. What parallels can we draw between the early church's practices and how we can pursue unity in the church today?
3. What was the real sin of Ananias and Sapphira?
4. The sermon pointed out that the real marvel in this story is not just God’s judgment but also His mercy to us in Christ. How does the gospel give us hope, even in the face of our own sin?

Acts 4:1-31 - Sharing in Boldness

Big Idea: Faith fuels boldness by the Spirit to proclaim the name of Jesus.
1. (v.1-4)The Spirit gives boldness… in the face of opposition
2. (v. 5-22)The Spirit gives boldness… no matter your station
3 (v.23-31) The Spirt gives boldness to…pray for more boldness 
Discussion Questions
1. How have you seen God use opposition in your own life—to advance the gospel?
2. Why is the exclusivity of Jesus still a stumbling block today, and how can we communicate this truth with both conviction and compassion?
3. Where do you feel least qualified to speak about Christ, and how does the Spirit’s filling (4:8, 31) reshape that sense of inadequacy?
4. What might change in our prayers—and our expectations—if we prioritized bold witness over comfort or security?

Acts 3 - Power in the Name

Big Idea: The name of Jesus brings healing, truth, and salvation.
1. The name of Jesus brings healing for the broken (v.1-10)
2. The name of Jesus brings truth for the ignorant (v.11-18)
3. The name of Jesus brings salvation and refreshment (v.19-26)
Discussion Questions:
1. What does it mean to act or pray “in the name of Jesus”?
2. How does the healing of the lame man demonstrate the gospel message—not just physically but spiritually?
3. Peter confronts the people’s ignorance and calls them to repentance (vv. 17–19). Why is willful ignorance so dangerous?
4. What kind of “refreshing” does repentance bring (v. 20)?

Acts 2:42-47 The Church in Fellowship

Main idea: A healthy church loves teaching, fellowship, communion, and praying together.
A healthy church loves teaching
A healthy church loves fellowship
A healthy church loves communion
A healthy church loves praying together
Discussion Questions:
1. What does the repeated phrase “the word of God increased and multiplied” suggest about how the church grows?
2. How does the biblical definition of fellowship (koinonia) differ from how we often use the word today?
3. Why is it important for the church to be intentional about meeting together for meals in homes, not just for formal gatherings?
4. Why is praying with and for others in your local church essential to spiritual unity and growth?

Acts 2:1-41 - The Coming of the Holy Spirit

Main idea: The coming of the Holy Spirit brings together a people through the power of preaching.
The Coming of the Holy SpiritThe Preaching powered by the Holy SpiritThe Repentance because of the Holy Spirit
Discussion Questions:1. What does this passage teach us about God’s heart for the nations and the global mission of the church?2. What does it mean to “call upon the name of the Lord”? How would you explain that to someone unfamiliar with Christian faith?3. Why is it important for us to understand that Jesus’ death was not a mistake or miscalculation?4. What is the difference between repentance, regret, and remorse? How can we know if we’ve truly repented?

Acts 1 - Ministry Continues

Main idea:  Man is God’s method to reach the world. 
The Classroom of God - v.1-11The 12th Man - v.12-26
Discussion Questions:1. What is the significance of the name “Theophilus”? How might it shape how we read Luke and Acts?2. What does it mean that “man is God’s method” for spreading the Gospel? How should that impact how we live?3. What comfort should we draw from knowing Jesus is our High Priest who intercedes for us right now?4. In your own life, can you share a time when God asked you to wait? How did it shape your faith?5. Why do we no longer cast lots to know God's will? How can believers seek God's guidance today?

John 20:1-31 - The Resurrection

Main idea: Resurrection morning gives us a new relationship of peace with God through belief in Jesus Christ.
A New Morning vv. 1-10A New Relationship vv. 11-18A New Peace vv. 19-23A New Belief vv. 24-31
Discussion questions:1.How would you explain the significance of the resurrection to someone who has never heard the story before?2. What does it mean to you personally that you can call God your Father in the same way Jesus does?3. What does this say about how Jesus pursues us in our fear or doubt?4. What comfort does it bring to know that Jesus sees and understands us even in our doubts and questions?

John 12:12-19 - The Humble Entry

Main idea: The king has come! Hope in Him for salvation, peace, and victory.
I. The palms and sure salvation (v. 12-14)
II. The donkey and a kingdom of peace (v. 14-15)
III. The followers and Christ’s complete victory
Discussion Questions:
1. Read Zechariah 9:9. What does this prophecy teach us about the nature of Jesus’ kingship?
2. What “kings” (or ruling desires) compete with Jesus for authority in your life?
3. How is Jesus’ idea of victory different from the world’s? How does this challenge your expectations of what God “should” do in your life?
4. Many in the crowd followed Jesus because of the miracle with Lazarus (v.17–18). What’s the danger in having a faith based only on signs and experiences?
5. Are there areas in your life where you’ve waved a palm branch but not surrendered the throne?

Habbakuk 3 - Prayer and Praise

Main idea: God’s sovereignty is not without God’s mercy
Habakkuk’s reverence in humilityHabakkuk’s rest in the power of GodHabakkuk’s rejoicing in God’s sovereignty 
Discussion Questions:-How does focusing on God's character rather than our circumstances help reshape our response to suffering or injustice?-Are you more troubled by the sins of the world or the sins of the church—and why?-Why is it important for faith to be rooted in God’s historical acts rather than our feelings or current circumstances?-What specific ways can you practice remembering God’s faithfulness this week?