Going Deeper in “Now It’s Our Turn”
Read the following slowly a few times:
Acts 1:1–11; Matthew 28:18–20; Luke 24:46–49; 2 Timothy 1:7
Reflect on the following:
1. Jesus “began to do and teach” (v.1). If your life is a continuation of His work, what evidence is there—and what feels missing?
2. The disciples still misunderstood Jesus’ mission (v.6). Where might people be subtly reshaping Jesus into their own expectations?
3. Jesus tells them to wait. What are you currently rushing ahead of God in—and what might He be asking you to wait on?
4. When you hear the word “witness,” what emotions rise up in you—fear, guilt, excitement, resistance? Why?
5. The mission expands outward. Which “circle” is hardest for you: close relationships, unfamiliar people, or those different from you?
6. Jesus promises Holy Spirit power. Where are you relying more on your personality, comfort, or control instead of the Spirit?
7. The disciples stood looking up. Where are you spiritually passive—watching, thinking, or waiting—when God is calling you to act?
8. Who has played a role in continuing Jesus’ mission in your life? How might you do the same for someone else?
9. If someone observed your life closely, would they conclude that you are living on mission—or just living a good life?
10. When have you clearly sensed the Holy Spirit prompting you—and what did you do in that moment? What is the biggest fear that keeps you from fully stepping into “your turn”?
Challenges for the Week:
1. Be a Witness This Week - Look for one intentional opportunity to share your faith—through a conversation, an invitation, or simply telling part of your story.
2. Identify Your “Jerusalem” - Write down 2–3 people in your immediate circle who don’t know Christ. Pray for them daily and look for ways to love and engage them.
3. Move from Watching to Going - Ask God each morning: “Where are You sending me today?” Then take one step of obedience, even if it feels small.