Acts 2:46 Questions - John 4:27-42

August 2nd, 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: 8-2-26
Bible Study Theme: (John 4:1-42) part 2. “Knowing Jesus as Living Water”

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

After our study this week about dispersing, and receiving Living Water, Would you consider your current life one of “looking for others to fill your cup, or looking for other’s cups to fill”? Why or why not?

In (Vs 27-28) we noticed three things about the messenger of the Living Water. She was: unlikely, repentant, a light to her community of people. In what ways can you relate? Do you make excuses because of your past or inabilities? Do you have empty water pots of the old life you are still holding on to? Do you have people in your life that you can influence? Explain how you plan on walking this out this week?

In (Vs 29) we notice the message she shared. Again like in (1:39, 46) she invites them to “come and see” or “Come and experience Him for yourself.” But the shocker in her message was that this Man is different than any other relationship because He, knowing her, didn't reject her but loved her anyways. How has this message of grace affected your life? How is this different than other relationships you have had in your life? Explain.

In (Vs 31-34) Jesus explains the “satisfaction” in sharing the living waters. Have you ever been so excited about something you forgot to eat? Share the story. Have you yourself begun to experience the joy of watering others, instead of looking for others to fill your cup? Explain this joy, or explain why you have not. Read and discuss (Proverbs 11:25, Acts 20:35).

In (Vs 35-38) we are reminded that there is “opportunity” to share the living waters with the parched world all around us. Jesus said “lift up your eyes and look at the fields, for they are already white for harvest”. As you look up, what opportunities for harvest do you see in front of you. What is your plan for sharing and showing the Living waters? How does it affect you to know people are ready to hear?

Memory Verse (Psalm 119:11): John 4:35 - “Do you not say, ‘There are still four months and then comes the harvest’? Behold, I say to you, lift up your eyes and look at the fields, for they are already white for harvest!"

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.