Going Deeper in “Don’t Keep It to Yourself”
Read the following slowly a few times:
Acts 2:1–21; Matt 3:11; John 14:16-17; Matt 5:14-16; Ex 40:34-38
Reflect on the following:
1. Why do you think God chose Pentecost—a weeklong Jewish Festival of First Fruits, with the faithful gathering from many nations, to pour out the Holy Spirit?
2. What stands out to you most about how the Holy Spirit moved in Acts 2? Does it remind you of any other movements of God?
3. The disciples had been hiding in fear before Pentecost. What changed? How do we overcome our fears?
4. Verse 6 says people heard the message “in their own language.” What does that teach us about how God reaches people?
5. Peter quoted Joel saying, “I will pour out my Spirit on all people.” Why is that significant? Does this include us?
6. What fears keep people from sharing their faith today?
7. Have you ever experienced someone sharing faith with you in a meaningful way? What made it effective?
8. How can listening be an important part of sharing faith?
9. What does it mean to trust the Holy Spirit instead of trying to control outcomes? Is it more about invitation or pressure?
10. If Pentecost reminds us not to keep faith to ourselves, what is one way God may be calling you to speak, serve, or invite this week?
11. Who in your life might need encouragement, hope, or an invitation toward Jesus? Who could you ask to pray for you?
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.