May 4, 2025

Thessalonica and Berea – Acts 17:1-15 – Rev. Justin Young

Main Idea: Receive the Word well.

Acts 17:1-15

  • Thessalonica (vv. 1-9)
  • Berea (vv. 10-15)

Receive the Word …

  • Thoughtfully (vv. 2-3)
  • Eagerly (v. 11)
  • Communally

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This Week's Bible Reading

  • May 5 - Psalm 84, Ephesians 3
  • May 6 - Psalm 85, Ephesians 4
  • May 7 - Psalm 86, Ephesians 5
  • May 8 - Psalm 87, Ephesians 6
  • May 9 - Psalm 88, Philippians 1

(Complete plan here.)

Growth Group Guide

  1. Read Acts 17:1-15. Summarize the key events in Paul’s ministry in Thessalonica and Berea.
  2. Describe Paul’s methodology and message.
  3. Restate Paul’s message in your own words as if sharing the gospel with a neighbor.
  4. How does Luke contrast the Bereans with the Thessalonians?
  5. Have you ever been part of a church or small group that “received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures” (Acts 17:11)? Describe.
  6. How would you rate CCCI on receiving the Word thoughtfully? Eagerly? Communally? Why? How can we improve in each area?
  7. What do you think of reading an entire book of the Bible aloud with others in one sitting?

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