Understanding the Mission in Acts

Read Acts 1:8.

• What is Jesus telling the disciples about their mission?
• How have we seen this promise begin to unfold in the chapters leading up to Acts 11?
• How does Acts 11:19–21 show the continuation of this mission?

Read Acts 8:1–4.

• Why is it significant that those who first spread the Gospel beyond Jerusalem were not the apostles?
• How does this moment connect with the story in Acts 11:19–21?

Ordinary People in God's Mission

Read Acts 11:22–30.

• Who are some of the lesser-known people in this passage who are doing important work for God?
• Why do you think it's important that God uses people who aren’t in the spotlight?
• How does this passage show that all followers of Jesus are called to participate in His mission?

Personal Application: Joining the Mission

• In what ways do you sense God calling you to be part of His mission in the world?
• What might it look like to bear witness to Christ—both in your actions and your words—in your home, workplace, friendships, or neighborhood?

Exploring Your Calling

• Do you sense a call to vocational ministry (as a pastor, missionary, etc.)? If so, how can we come alongside you to encourage and support you?
• If you don’t feel called to vocational ministry, how do you believe God is still calling you to serve in His mission through your everyday life?

Practicing Gratitude and Encouragement

• Who in the church has God used to help you know and grow in Jesus?
• What are some specific and meaningful ways you (or your group) could thank and encourage these people?