Message Notes

41 | Acts 9

Scripture 

Primary Text: Acts 9:36-43 
Supplemental Text: Matthew 5:14-16; Matthew 17:20-21; Mark 5:35-43 

Observations & Applications 

  • Read Acts 9:36. 
  • How would people describe you today? 
  • How does this compare to the legacy you would like to leave? 
  • Read Matthew 5:14-16. 
  • How can you “let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven?”  
  • What are practical steps you can take to be a light of the world? What areas of your life do you need to ask the Lord to grow you? 
  • Read Acts 9:40. 
  • How did Peter know what to do in this situation?
  • Read Mark 5:35-43.  
  • Why do you think Jesus “put them all out” in Mark 5:40 and Peter “sent them all out” in Acts 9:40? (Read Matthew 17:20-21.) 
  • How has the faith of others impacted your journey of faith? Share this story with your House Church. Read more stories of faith and share your own stories on the “Share Your Story” webpage.  

Prayer 

God, help us to let Your light shine before others through us. God, give us a measure of bold courage. Help us to do what we know You did. Amen. 

Resources 

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