Acts 2:46 Questions - John 5:1-15, Ezk 1:26-3:21

August 16th, 2026

Purpose

“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.” (Acts 2:42)

As explained in Acts 2:46–47:
“And continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart… And the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”

And commanded in Titus 2:2-8:
“2 that the older men be sober, reverent, temperate, sound in faith, in love, in patience; 3 the older women likewise, that they be reverent in behavior, not slanderers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things— 4 that they admonish the young women to love their husbands, to love their children, 5 to be discreet, chaste, homemakers, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God may not be blasphemed.
6 Likewise, exhort the young men to be sober-minded, 7 in all things showing yourself to be a pattern of good works; in doctrine showing integrity, reverence, incorruptibility, 8 sound speech that cannot be condemned, that one who is an opponent may be ashamed, having nothing evil to say of you.”

HCF Vision

We believe simple, relational gatherings are the heartbeat of biblical discipleship. These meetings are fulfilling what is described in Titus 2 / Acts 2:42, and are designed to be natural extensions of everyday life — not another program, but a return to how the early church “did life” together.
Scriptural Core Elements of Gatherings:

Breaking of Bread – Enjoy a meal or refreshments together
Fellowship – Spiritual conversation and authentic sharing
Apostles’ Doctrine – Discuss God’s Word and how it applies to real life
Prayer – Pray for one another and for the lost

These gatherings can be used in one-on-one (Titus 2), small group, or family settings (Acts 2:46). Keep them simple, joyful, and reproducible so anyone can host them.

Goal

To Join Jesus in the Great Commission of:

WIN a person to Jesus → DISCIPLE a person in Jesus → SEND a person in Jesus

Meeting Guide

Bible Study Date: Wed: 8-12-26; Sun: 8-16-26
Bible Study Theme: Wed – (Ezekiel 1:26-3:21);
Sun- (John 5:1-15) “knowing Jesus as the One who makes whole”.

WIN a person to Jesus – (Mark 16:15)

Have you had the privilege to share and show the gospel to anyone recently?
- Explain what happened and how we can pray for that person.

DISCIPLE a person in Jesus – (Matthew 28:19-20) (Acts 2:42)

1. Apostles’ Doctrine (Word)

Through the Bible Reading (John 8:31) – Do you have any thoughts or questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

Application Questions from Bible Studies

In (Ezekiel 1-3) we have been studying the commissioning of the prophet Ezekiel. In Chapter 1 Ezekiel himself has a vision of the Lord, and his response seems to indicate he understands that the Lord is the Lord. In order for Ezekiel to share the theme message “Then you shall know that I am the LORD” He must first have that understanding himself. Is the Lord, Lord, in your personal life? What does that mean or look like for you? Discuss (Romans 10:9, Matthew 7:21-23, Phil 2:11).

In (John 5:1-5) we see the great need for “wellness, or being made whole” by the pool of Bethesda. Discuss ways you, or the world around you has sought to find “wellness” or “wholeness” apart from Christ. What have been the results?

In (Vs 6) we see the question about wholeness. If this question were directed to you personally “Do you want to be made whole?”, what would your response be today? Have you ever or are you currently using any of the reasons we discussed. “God doesn’t want to, you are comfortable in your state, you enjoy being a victim or you are unrepentant & like your state of sinfulness?” Explain.

In (Vs 7) we see the excuses of this man. His own inability, old identity, others, or circumstances? What excuses have you made or are you making about the invitation to walk in wholeness in your life?

In (Vs 8), though the excuses of this man, and ours may be very legitimate if we were to remove Jesus from the equation, Jesus ignores the excuses and gives a command and promise. Read (1 Thess. 5:24, and Eph 1:4) and discuss how God’s commands are as good as a promise. What Command have you neglected due to excuses, and how will you “Rise up and walk” today? In (Vs 9-11) we see a step of faith ( 2 Cor 5:7). What would it look like for you to take a step of faith in what Jesus has asked you to trust Him for today?

In (Vs 12-15) we see “the reason for being made whole”. Have you experienced the “wholeness of Jesus” and yet possibly missed the main reason, which is a personal, daily, victorious (sin no more NOT sinless perfection) relationship with Jesus? Explain what your current personal relationship with Jesus looks like, or how you walk in that?

Simple question today. “Do you want to be made whole”? After discussing in our study, what is keeping you from being made whole, Body, Soul, and Spirit (1 Thess. 5:23, Col 2:10)? Pray and share with your group how you plan to “Rise up and walk” today.

Memory Verse (Psalm 119:11):

(John 5:6) "When Jesus saw him lying there, and knew that he already had been in that condition a long time, He said to him, “Do you want to be made well?”.'"

2. Fellowship / Breaking of Bread (1 John 1:3-10, James 5:13-16)

Are you suffering?
Do you have any praise to be cheerful about?
Do you have any sickness to pray for healing?
Do you have any sin to confess?

3. Prayer – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)

Share how God has answered prayers from our previous gathering and give thanks for His faithfulness. (Review what was written from the previous meeting)
Bear one another’s burdens and pray for one another (write them down)

Send a person for Jesus – (Acts 1:8)

What good works (service in the body of Christ) do you see God preparing you to walk in or have you walked in recently? (Ephesians 2:10) Share and pray about it.