Spiritual Lessons from Paul’s 2nd Missionary Journey (Part 1)
by Rev. Jeremiah Cheung
Scripture Passage: Acts 15:36-16:10
OUTLINE
1. A New Team 15:36-41
a. Barnabas’ Conviction: People-oriented ministry
b. Paul’s Conviction: Task-oriented ministry
2. A New Helper 16:1-5
3. A New Direction 16:6-8
a. The Holy Spirit’s Prohibition
b. The Macedonian Vision
SMALL GROUP DISCUSSIONS
1. Who was the reason for Paul and Barnabas’ argument? Why? In your opinion, who was right and who was wrong?
2. Did The Lord do anything with regards to this issue?
3. Why did Paul allow Timothy to be circumcised?
4. What should we do when the Holy Spirit keeps us from doing something that is in accordance with the Truth?
5. What is the Macedonian vision? What long-term impact did this vision have?