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
- Read Acts 17:1-15. Summarize the key events in Paul’s ministry in Thessalonica and Berea.
- Describe Paul’s methodology and message.
- Restate Paul’s message in your own words as if sharing the gospel with a neighbor.
- How does Luke contrast the Bereans with the Thessalonians?
- 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.
- How would you rate CCCI on receiving the Word thoughtfully? Eagerly? Communally? Why? How can we improve in each area?
- What do you think of reading an entire book of the Bible aloud with others in one sitting?
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