“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of
bread, and in prayers.” as explained in (Acts 2:46) “And continuing daily with one accord in
the temple (corporate Sunday/Wednesday gatherings at HCF), and breaking bread from
house to house (Acts 2:42 home fellowships), they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart.” Resulting in (Acts 2:47) “. . . and the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”

To be used in one-on-one, group, or family settings. We encourage the enjoyment of a meal or refreshments together (breaking of bread), spiritual conversation (fellowship), time discussing how the Word applies to our lives, and time of praying together during these simple gatherings.

Simply do life as believers should, and invite others to join you.

Bible study dates: 3 – 15 - 26
Bible study Themes: “Carnal Vs. Spiritual ministry/life”
APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)

• THROUGH THE BIBLE READING

1. Do you have any thoughts or questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:

1. In (Vs 1-6) we saw that how we fight warfare is different in a spiritual life Vs. a Carnal life.  What are some fleshly ways that we tend to fight spiritual battles?  What have been the results for you?  What are some times when you fought the battle with spiritual weapons, explain and share what were the results?

2. In (Vs 7-11) we saw that appearances become more important than the heart in a carnal ministry/life?  What are some outward appearances that we as Christians can get focused on sometimes and the danger?

3. In (Vs 12-17) we saw that whether we are looking for the approval of man Vs. God is the difference between a spiritual life/ministry and a carnal one.  In What ways have you sought the approval of man, what were the results?  Why does it matter more that we are seeking the approval of God Vs. man?  NOTE: (Gal 1:10, Eph 1:6).

• MEMORY VERSE: (2Corinthians 10:4)

FELLOWSHIP

• SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)

1. What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

FELLOWSHIP
o SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)
1. What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)
1. In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

2. Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of
bread, and in prayers.” as explained in (Acts 2:46) “And continuing daily with one accord in
the temple (corporate Sunday/Wednesday gatherings at HCF), and breaking bread from
house to house (Acts 2:42 home fellowships), they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart.” Resulting in (Acts 2:47) “. . . and the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”

To be used in one-on-one, group, or family settings. We encourage the enjoyment of a meal or refreshments together (breaking of bread), spiritual conversation (fellowship), time discussing how the Word applies to our lives, and time of praying together during these simple gatherings.

Simply do life as believers should, and invite others to join you.

Bible study dates: 3-8-26
Bible study Themes: “The Heart of Giving Part 2” – 2Corinthians 9
APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)
o THROUGH THE BIBLE READING
1. Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?
o APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:

1- In (Vs 1-8) we really focused on the attitude that God wants us to give and serve Him.
“Not grudgingly, but out of a cheerful heart”. Have you ever been tempted to serve the
Lord with a grudging heart? Why or why not after listening to our study on
(2Corinthians 9:7). Do you see serving the Lord as a obligation or a privilege?

2- In (Vs 8-10) we discussed how that when we give, “God supplies.” Have you ever had
God show you what He wanted you to do and allowed “human reasoning and math”
keep you from obeying? What did we learn in this that would change the way you walk
this out.

3- In (Vs 11-14) we see that the Corinthians giving would bring praise and “glory to God”.
In What ways can our giving take away from the glory of God, and what does it look like
to give Glory to God in giving without being weird or hyperspiritual? NOTE (Matthew
5:16, 6:1-4).

4- In (Vs 15) we see that the motivation for giving is really a heart of “gratitude” for God’s
Gift to man in His Son Jesus Christ. Have you ever been so overwhelmed by the gift of
God to you that it left you speechless? Explain, and explain how this has motivated you
in the service to your King Jesus?

5- Overall the point of Chapters 8 and 9 is that God wants us to give out of grace. Discuss
what this means that “In grace giving we do not give in order to get, but because we
have been freely given Grace and that overflows, and when given freely makes room to
experience more of His grace.”

6- Overall has this study adjusted your attitude towards giving and service in the Kingdom.
How so.

o MEMORY VERSE: (2Corinthians 9:7).

FELLOWSHIP
o SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)
1. What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)
1. In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

2. Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of
bread, and in prayers.” as explained in (Acts 2:46) “And continuing daily with one accord in
the temple (corporate Sunday/Wednesday gatherings at HCF), and breaking bread from
house to house (Acts 2:42 home fellowships), they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart.” Resulting in (Acts 2:47) “. . . and the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”

To be used in one-on-one, group, or family settings. We encourage the enjoyment of a meal or refreshments together (breaking of bread), spiritual conversation (fellowship), time discussing how the Word applies to our lives, and time of praying together during these simple gatherings.

Simply do life as believers should, and invite others to join you.

Bible study dates: 2-15-26
Bible study Themes: 2Corinthians 7 – “The heart of ministry for repentance(change)”
APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)

• THROUGH THE BIBLE READING

1. Do you have any thoughts or questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:

1. When you read your bible, go to bible study, church etc. do you really expect there to be change in your life?  Why or why not?

2. The first step in experiencing repentance(Vs 2-8) is “Revelation”.  We see that for us that revelation comes by the Spirit and the Word of God(Hebrews 4:12, Psalm 119:105, Psalm 36:9), and ultimately bringing us to see ourselves in light of Jesus (Zech 12:10).  Has God recently brought revelation to you of something in your life that He is wanting to transform to be more like Jesus?  Explain.

3. In (Vs 9-10) we see the “attitude” brought about by revelation, that produces “repentance”.  Share some examples of Godly vs. Worldly sorrow as we discussed in our study.  What kind of sorry would you say you currently have over the “revelation” God has brought to you about a particular area of your life?  Why or why not?

4. In (Vs 11-12) we saw the “fruit” of a truly Godly sorrow that leads to repentance(Matthew 3:8).  There were 8 signs of good fruitful repentance.  Discuss these and share how you see these in your life now concerning the issue God first revealed to you.  Explain why or why not?

5. In (Vs 13-16) we saw the “Joy that followed” the repentance of the Corinthians believers.  Are you currently experiencing joy over the area God has revealed to you?  Share a testimony of how through humbling repentance God brought Great joy on the other side(Mt 5:4, Acts 3:18, Ps 30:5, 126:5-9).  Share what you need to do in order to get to your destination of joyful clear relationship with God and people through repentance?

6. EXTRA – Look at and discuss how we see this process of repentance in the life of the prodigal, and see where you can apply this to your own situation.

1. (Luke 15:17) – Revelation for repentance
2. (Luke 15:18-19) – Attitude producing repentance
3. (Luke 15:20-21) – Fruit of repentance
4. (Luke 15:22-24, Vs 7,10) – Joy following repentance

7. Practice confession and repentance.  Ask yourself, am I more concerned about what people think of me, or what God thinks of my relationship with Him.  Remember (Matthew 9:12-13).

• MEMORY VERSE: (2Corinthians 7:10

FELLOWSHIP
o SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)
1. What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)
1. In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

2. Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of
bread, and in prayers.” as explained in (Acts 2:46) “And continuing daily with one accord in
the temple (corporate Sunday/Wednesday gatherings at HCF), and breaking bread from
house to house (Acts 2:42 home fellowships), they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart.” Resulting in (Acts 2:47) “. . . and the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”

To be used in one-on-one, group, or family settings. We encourage the enjoyment of a meal or refreshments together (breaking of bread), spiritual conversation (fellowship), time discussing how the Word applies to our lives, and time of praying together during these simple gatherings.

Simply do life as believers should, and invite others to join you.

Bible study dates: 2-8-26
Bible study Themes: 2 Corinthians 6-7:1 – “The heart of ministry is for Holiness”
APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)

o THROUGH THE BIBLE READING
1. Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

o APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:

1. When you hear the word “Holiness” what first comes to your mind?

2. In (6:1-2) we see that we should live Holy lives because grace is available to live Holy. Is
there an area of Holiness (being wholly given to the Lord) that you have procrastinated
on and realize that “now” is the time, “now” is the day to lay hold of God’s grace. Share
specifically, and pray “now” to do so!

3. In (6:3-13) we see that we should live Holy lives because there is no offense, or fault
that could be given to Paul, and even more so to God. Have you ever used others as an
excuse not to live a Holy life? Have you ever used God as an excuse? Explain and if you
are willing return to the Lord who has open arms to you like Paul who said in (Vs 13)
“Now in return for the same (I speak as to children), you also be open, “welcome and
embrace in love”.

4. In (Vs 14-7:1) we looked at living Holy lives because of the “promises” given to us as
children of God. Are you currently unequally yoked in a relationship, situation, habit,
etc. that is causing you to miss out on the easy yoke of Jesus(Matthew 11:28-30). Have
you believed that you will lose something by giving up this relationship etc? Reread
(2Chron 25:9, Phil 3:7) in its context and share how you plan on setting aside “all
filthiness of the flesh and spirit” that you might be “perfected in holiness in the fear of
God”, that is WHOLY GOD’S (Rom 12:1-2).

o MEMORY VERSE: - 2Corinthians 6:2

FELLOWSHIP
o SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)
1. What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)
1. In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

2. Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

ACTS 2:42 QUESTIONS

“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.” as explained in (Acts 2:46) “And continuing daily with one accord in the temple (corporate Sunday/Wednesday gatherings at HCF), and breaking bread from house to house (Acts 2:42 home fellowships), they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart.” Resulting in (Acts 2:47) “. . . and the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”
To be used in one-on-one, group, or family settings.  We encourage the enjoyment of a meal or refreshments together (breaking of bread), spiritual conversation (fellowship), time discussing how the Word applies to our lives, and time of praying together during these simple gatherings.  Simply do life as believers should, and invite others to join you.

Bible study dates: 1-25-26
Bible study Themes: “The heart of ministry, looks at the heart” – (2 Corinthians 5:12-21)

APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)

• THROUGH THE BIBLE READING

1. Do you have any thoughts or questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:

1. In (Vs 12-15) we looked at the “motivation of the heart”.  What are some false, external motives that you have had, or experienced in your Christian life.  Or maybe a lack of motivation?

2. In (Vs 14) Paul shares what so radically arrested and compelled his life.  It was that Paul knew “Jesus loves me, this I know, for the Bible tells me so”.  Discuss the statement made on Sunday, “Why we don’t do the things we are supposed to, or the reason we do the things we are not supposed to do is because we do not know just how much Jesus loves us”.  Discuss in light of (1 John 4:19 and Luke 7:47).

3. In (Vs 16-17) Paul tells us that we no longer regard anyone according to the flesh because in (Vs 17) we have been spiritually given a whole new Identity in Christ.  What are some old Identities of the flesh, “good” or “bad” that you need shed today in light of this wonderful truth?

4. In (Vs 18-21) we discussed the “goal from the heart” of God, and the apostle Paul.  God’s great goal is the “reconciliation of man to God” through the gospel of Christ.  Discuss the statement “The reason God did it all was not because he “needed” us, but because He “wanted” a love relationship with us” in light of (Luke 15) and the three parables.

5. Overall, would you say, like God you are someone that views things according to the heart, or by appearance?  Discuss (1 Sam 16:7) and how this affects the way we view ourselves and other believers in light of these three heart issues, “The motive of the heart” being the Love of Christ for me(12-15), “The Identity in the heart” being a new Creation in Christ(16-17) and “The goal from the heart” being the reconciliation of man to God(18-21).

• MEMORY VERSE: (2Corinthians 5:14)

FELLOWSHIP

• SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)

1. What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)

1. In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

2. Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

ACTS 2:42 QUESTIONS

“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.” as explained in (Acts 2:46) “And continuing daily with one accord in the temple (corporate Sunday/Wednesday gatherings at HCF), and breaking bread from house to house (Acts 2:42 home fellowships), they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart.” Resulting in (Acts 2:47) “. . . and the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”
To be used in one-on-one, group, or family settings.  We encourage the enjoyment of a meal or refreshments together (breaking of bread), spiritual conversation (fellowship), time discussing how the Word applies to our lives, and time of praying together during these simple gatherings.  Simply do life as believers should, and invite others to join you.

Bible study dates: 1-11-26
Bible study Themes: “Do not lose heart” - 2Corinthians 4
APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)
THROUGH THE BIBLE READING

1. Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:

1. As we look into this week's study, it would be a good place to start to just ask, have you ever been tempted to “lose heart” as defined in our study.  “be spiritless, weary, exhausted, fail, discouraged, weak, despondent?"  Explain when and why?

2. In (Vs 1-5) we learned that we do not need to lose heart because of “God’s mercy”.  How important is it for you to realize that this Christian life is based off of God’s grace instead of your merit and favor?  How would, or does this help you from growing weary in a discouraging season?

3. In (Vs 6-15) we learned that the “power of God” dwelling in the believers life is equal to all the pressures of this life on the outward.  Have you ever thought for a moment that “I just don’t have what it takes to handle this situation”?  Now consider the power of God we discussed in these verses and how you could walk through this situation with more encouragement?

4. In (Vs 16-18) we learned that we don’t need to lose heart because of “God’s eternal plan”.  Can you think of a time, or maybe currently, that the “bumps in the road” so to speak have made you a little more ready for the destination of heaven?  Seriously and specifically, what will matter to you on the day you stand before Jesus in glory?(Note Rom 8:18, 2Cor 5:9-11, 1Cor 3-4, Mat 25:21, Rev 4-5?).  How does this encourage you in the present difficulties of life?

5. Further discuss and scripture correlations or how this study encouraged you personally and pray for one another.

MEMORY VERSE: (1Corinthians 4:7).
FELLOWSHIP
SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)

1. What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)

1. In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

2. Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

ACTS 2:42 QUESTIONS
“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.” as explained in (Acts 2:46) “And continuing daily with one accord in the temple (corporate Sunday/Wednesday gatherings at HCF), and breaking bread from house to house (Acts 2:42 home fellowships), they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart.” Resulting in (Acts 2:47) “. . . and the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”

To be used in one-on-one, group, or family settings. We encourage the enjoyment of a meal or refreshments together (breaking of bread), spiritual conversation (fellowship), time discussing how the Word applies to our lives, and time of praying together during these simple gatherings.

Simply do life as believers should, and invite others to join you.

Bible study dates: Jan 4, 2026
Bible study Themes: Ministry of the Spirit
APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)
o THROUGH THE BIBLE READING
1. Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

o APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:

1) In (Vs 1-3) we talked about how the “ministry of the spirit” transforms the “heart”. We see this in Corinth. Look at (Hebrews 8:10, and 1Corinthians 6:9-11) and discuss how the Lord rewrote His story on the hearts of the Corinthians believers. In what ways can your life be an epistle, showing the power of the Gospel to the world around you. Be specific. Who is reading your testimony through your life?

2) In (Vs 4-6) we talked about how the ministry of the Spirit is “dependent on the Spirit”. In what ways do you see yourself tempted to think you have to be “sufficient” for the Lords work in and through your life? In What ways are you tempted to live under the letter the that kills(what you do for God) rather than the Spirit(what God does through man)?
a. Is your life, ministry, home, one that represents the letter(exterior rules and regulations) or the Spirit(a love relationship that transforms the heart)? Explain, and explain how you plan on being more grace oriented as we discussed on Sunday.

3) In (Vs 7-18) we saw that the new covenant of the Spirit is “better” that the letter of the law. If you were to describe your ability to “shine” with the glory of God, would it be external(dependent on circumstances) or internal(dependent on your relationship with the Lord). Explain?

4) In (Vs 18) we discussed the most simple truth about how as believers we can become more like Jesus. It really is as simple as beholding Jesus in His word by the Holy Spirit, and He will transform our lives. Discuss all the other way’s we as believers can be tempted to be transformed in the flesh. How do you practically plan on beholding Jesus in His word, and in what ways has beholding Jesus in His Word already transformed your life in ways that are evident, and to His glory?

o MEMORY VERSE: (2Corinthians 3:18)

FELLOWSHIP
o SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)
1. What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)
1. In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

2. Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

ACTS 2:42 QUESTIONS

“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.” as explained in (Acts 2:46) “And continuing daily with one accord in the temple (corporate Sunday/Wednesday gatherings at HCF), and breaking bread from house to house (Acts 2:42 home fellowships), they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart.” Resulting in (Acts 2:47) “. . . and the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”
To be used in one-on-one, group, or family settings.  We encourage the enjoyment of a meal or refreshments together (breaking of bread), spiritual conversation (fellowship), time discussing how the Word applies to our lives, and time of praying together during these simple gatherings.  Simply do life as believers should, and invite others to join you.

Bible study dates: 12-28-25

Bible study Themes: 2Corinthians 2:11 – “knowing the enemy's play book”

APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)

• THROUGH THE BIBLE READING

1. Do you have any thoughts or questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:

1. This week we looked at Satan's playbook.  Have you ever played a sport, or was in some sort of competition where knowing the opponents plans were essential to your victory?  Share and explain how this helped?

2. In 2Corinthians the word “devices” is used for thoughts, mind, etc.  Look at the other verses in which it is used and how the enemy play’s “mind games”. (Vs 3:14, 4:4, 10:5, 11:3).  Also look at (John 8:44), and discuss why it may be important we understand the enemy's battle ground is our mind (thoughts, perspectives).

3. In (Vs 11) we talked about how Paul says we are not “Ignorant” about the enemies devices.  Why would it be to Satan's benefit that we would be ignorant of his devices, or pretend like it's not him?

4. In (Gen 3:6, 1 John 2:16, Luke 4) we saw the three devices of the enemy, which are just 3 versions of the same “did God really say?”  Which of the 3 devices most stuck out to you in your life?

5. We talked about THE LUST OF THE FLESH (feelings).  In what way specifically have you seen the enemy try to get you to live in the lust, feelings, perspectives of the flesh?  What truth can you use to counter the lie?  

6. We talked about THE LUST OF THE EYES (or the attempt to get us focused on the world that is passing away).  In what ways that were discussed on Sunday, do you see yourself being tempted in this way?  What truth can be applied to overcome this lie?

7. We talked about THE PRIDE OF LIFE(self righteousness, self sufficiency, intellectual pursuit of God, Pursuit of God, I am god).  In what ways discussed on Sunday do you see the enemy tempting you most in this area?  Careful, this can be the most subtle as our pride often doesn’t want to see it(John 8:33).  What truth can help counter this lie(give scripture).

8. In (Deut 17:14-20) we saw the same three warnings given to the kings of Israel.  There were two exhortations to that King.  Write the whole book of law by hand, and second they were to read it every day of their lives in order that they may not be led astray.  Have you, or do you have a plan for getting a big comprehensive view of the whole Bible?  How can you do so if not?  Do you plan on reading through the Bible in a year with HCF?  How do you plan on doing so, so God can speak to you daily with truth?  Share your plans, and pray for one another.

9. In (Acts 26:18) we see that the purpose of the Gospel is to turn us from the power of Satan to God.  Have you personally believed in Jesus Christ, and turned to Him in faith?  If not, ask someone in your group to help lead you in a salvation prayer to be delivered from darkness into Christ’s light.

• MEMORY VERSE: (1John 2:16)

FELLOWSHIP

• SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)

1. What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)

1. In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

2. Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

ACTS 2:42 QUESTIONS

“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of
bread, and in prayers.” as explained in (Acts 2:46) “And continuing daily with one accord in
the temple (corporate Sunday/Wednesday gatherings at HCF), and breaking bread from
house to house (Acts 2:42 home fellowships), they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart.” Resulting in (Acts 2:47) “. . . and the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”

To be used in one-on-one, group, or family settings. We encourage the enjoyment of a meal or refreshments together (breaking of bread), spiritual conversation (fellowship), time discussing how the Word applies to our lives, and time of praying together during these simple gatherings.

Simply do life as believers should, and invite others to join you.

Bible study dates: 12-21-25

Bible study Themes: 2 Corinthians 2:12-17 – “Fragrant Christians”

APOSTLES DOCTRINE (WORD)

o THROUGH THE BIBLE READING
1. Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

o APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:
1. In (Vs 12-13) – we learned that even in the great apostle Paul’s life there were
“challenges” to being fragrant for Christ. Paul had a concern that wouldn’t allow him to
shake the one thing and what he could imagine was going wrong in Corinth with Titus.
Have you ever, or do you currently have concerns that are just overwhelming you, and
keeping you from being a “smelly Christian” for Jesus? Share you concerns and take
them to prayer with the group (Phil 4:6-7, 1Peter 5:7).

2. In (Vs 14-16) – Paul moves his “confidence” to the Lord, and is reminded that we are
“always” and in “everyplace” triumphant in Christ. Is there a time of day, or a location
that you find it particularly difficult to be a good, fragrant witness for Christ? Share, and
discuss the truth that in all of those situations you are walking as a victor in Christ.

3. In (Vs 14-16) we talked about how we can be more fragrant with the savor of Christ.
Simply by being with Him as in (Acts 4:13). What does your daily devotional time look
like with Jesus, in what ways could this grow, and even throughout your day?

4. In (Vs 15-16) we talked about what it would look like to be fragrant like Jesus. Discuss
the traits and characteristics of Christ you would like to see emanating from your life?
Share a memory you have that is brought up every time you smell something, and
discuss how important it is that we are giving off the “good fragrance” of Christ.

5. In (Vs 17) we discussed how important it is that the fragrance stays “pure”. Paul said he
is not diluting it, by diluting the word towards selfish gain, and he is doing so pure in the sight of God. What kinds of things could dilute or harm the fragrance of Christ in our lives. Share and pray for one another.

o MEMORY VERSE: (2Corinthians 2:14)

FELLOWSHIP

o SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)
1. What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an
individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)
1. In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

2. Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down.
Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

ACTS 2:42 QUESTIONS

“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.” as explained in (Acts 2:46) “And continuing daily with one accord in the temple (corporate Sunday/Wednesday gatherings at HCF), and breaking bread from house to house (Acts 2:42 home fellowships), they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart.” Resulting in (Acts 2:47) “. . . and the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”
To be used in one-on-one, group, or family settings.  We encourage the enjoyment of a meal or refreshments together (breaking of bread), spiritual conversation (fellowship), time discussing how the Word applies to our lives, and time of praying together during these simple gatherings.  Simply do life as believers should, and invite others to join you.

Bible study dates: 12-14-25
Bible study Themes: 2Corinthians 2:1-11  - (The heart of ministry is for restoration)
APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)
o THROUGH THE BIBLE READING
1.Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

o APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:

1) Have you ever had to have a bone or join “restored” as we talked about Sunday?  Explain the experience to the group and how it made you feel about those helping you in the moment.

2) In (Vs 1-3) we see that thorough Restoration first requires a level of sorrow over sin that is often brought through correction.  Are you willing to walk in Biblical correction with others even if it causes temporary pain and difficulty?  Why or why not?  Have you ever had someone correct you and it brought some temporary pain?  How do you feel about it now?  Explain.  NOTE (Proverbs 27:5-6, 28:23, Gal 6:1).

3) In (Vs 4-5) we see the reason why Paul brought restorative correction to the Corinthians in the first place.  What were the two reasons we saw in these verses, and maybe consider the difference between angry correction, and loving correction?  

4) In (Vs 6-7) we see that “discipline” not a punitive punishment was “sufficient” for the man who was living in the adulterous relationship (1 Corinthians 5).  We looked at how we can know it has been enough and now it is time to restore (2 Corinthians 7:8-11).  What is the difference between “punishing” someone as a payment for their sins, and “discipline” that is for correction of action?  Give some examples you have walked in or seen in your own life.

5) In (Vs 8-10) we see that in order for their to be true restoration “forgiveness” must take place.  We talked about four promises of forgiveness.  Discuss each one, and what it would look like for you to walk this out?

a. I wont bring this up to you again.
b. I wont dwell on this myself.
c. I wont talk about this with others.
d. I wont let this affect our relationship going forward.

6) In (Vs 11) we saw a warning from Paul about “Satan's devices".  In what ways do you see Satan tempting you today.  Is it to fall into sin, or other end of the pendulum of self righteous pride as would be the reason for unforgiveness?  Acknowledge His devices, and pray for one another.

o MEMORY VERSE:  (2Corinthians 2:7)

FELLOWSHIP
o SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)1.What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)

1.In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

2.Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

Bible study dates: 12-7-25
Bible study Themes: (2 Corinthians 1:12-24) Genuine Christianity
APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)
o   THROUGH THE BIBLE READING
1.      Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?
 
o   APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:
1)      In what ways have you seen Christianity that was not genuine, and how did that experience affect your life?
 
2)      In verse 12 we saw “genuine ability”. Paul shares what enabled him to be a genuine witness to the world and to the Corinthians. It was “by the grace of God”. Have you ever tried to live out the Christian life in your own strength and found to seem so “plastic” of “fake”? If so, explain. How can you plan instead to rely on the grace of the genuine Christ to live His life through you by the grace of God. NOTE: (1 Cor 15:10, John 15:5, Phil 2:13, Gal 2:20, Col 1:27).
 
a.      What is the affect on the world, when we “pretend” Christian?
 
3)      In verses 13-14, Paul described his “genuine communication”. Paul declares that what he said was straightforward, easy to understand, and without anything written between the lines. How can we be better at saying what we mean, and meaning what we say? Have you on the other hand ever accused anyone of hidden meanings?  According to verse 14, it will all be judged before Christ one day(1 Cor 4:5). How can we better deal with these situations?
 
4)      In verses 15-18, Paul talks about His genuine intentions. We talked about the fact that genuine intentions are more about what we do, which shows our intentions (Pr 4:23, Mt 15:8) than what we say. But on the other hand, in James 4:13-17 we see that we must also be flexible because we get God’s intentions wrong. How can we better keep to what we intend (Psalm 15:4)? And how can we better entrust others’ intentions to the Lord? Give examples.
 
a.      Have you ever been in danger of saying yes, when you really mean no?  Explain why we would do this?
 
5)      In verses 19-22, we learned of God’s “genuine promises”. Though man may fail to keep the best of intentions, God never will (Numbers 23:19). God has in a sense, sent the check with your name on it, signed in in the blood of His Son Jesus, and noted the 3,000 plus promises in the 66 books of Scripture for those who are “in Christ”.  How do you practice laying hold of the promises of God, cashing in on them by faith?  Name a promise you have recently done so by faith.
 
6)      In verses 23-24, Paul shares his “genuine decision” to not come to Corinth again until a later time. Paul’s genuine decision was based of of two things. First, the character of God was to spare the rod again against the unrepentant Corinthians who were not yet ready for grace. And secondly, it was for the good of the Corinthians whom he loved. When you make decisions, is it based off what brings God glory, and what is good for others, or is it for what is easiest for me? Explain, and give an example if you can?
 
 
o   MEMORY VERSE: (2Cor 1:20) – “For all the promises of God in Him are Yes, and in Him Amen, to the glory of God through us.”
 
FELLOWSHIP
o   SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)
1.      What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?
 
 
PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)
 
1.      In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?
 
 
2.      Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

Bible study dates: 11-30-25
Bible study Themes: “A Few Benefits of Suffering In Christ” – (2 Corinthians 1:3-11)
APOSTLES DOCTRINE (WORD)
o   THROUGH THE BIBLE READING
1.      Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?
 
o   APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:
1)      Are you currently going through any trials and suffering that you would like to share so you can pray for one another and bear each others burdens (Gal 6:2)?
 
2)      In verses 3-4a, we saw that one of the first benefits to suffering is that we get to experience God’s comfort in ways we would not otherwise. Share how in your current trial, or in trials you have experienced in the past, God has comforted you.
 
3)      In verses 4b-7, we saw that one of the blessings in suffering is that we then become a blessing to others going through trials? Share how someone has comforted you by sharing God’s comfort for them, or how God has used you to encourage another who is suffering by your own testimony of God’s comfort?
 
4)      When you are in a trial, do you tend to look inward and get bummed out, or do you look for ways you can be a blessing to others in the trial. Consider Phil 2:3-5, and discuss how you can look to be a blessing to others in your trials.
 
5)      In verses 8-9, we saw that one of the benefits to suffering as a child of God is that it causes us to let go of trusting in ourselves, in order that we might place all of our trust in God. Share a trial you have been in, or are in, where God has allowed all of your resources to be brought to nothing? How did you respond?
 
6)      In verses 10-11, we saw that the benefit of suffering in Christ is the promise of deliverance. We are reminded that our past spiritual deliverance is an encouragement that God will yet deliver us. Share a way in the past that God has delivered you through and out of a trial? How does this encourage you for the future?
 
FELLOWSHIP
o   SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)
1.      What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?
 
 
PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)
 
1.      In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?
 
2.      Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

ACTS 2:42 QUESTIONS

“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.” as explained in (Acts 2:46) “And continuing daily with one accord in the temple (corporate Sunday/Wednesday gatherings at HCF), and breaking bread from house to house (Acts 2:42 home fellowships), they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart.” Resulting in (Acts 2:47) “. . . and the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”
To be used in one-on-one, group, or family settings.  We encourage the enjoyment of a meal or refreshments together (breaking of bread), spiritual conversation (fellowship), time discussing how the Word applies to our lives, and time of praying together during these simple gatherings.  Simply do life as believers should, and invite others to join you.

Bible study dates: 10 – 26 - 25
Bible study Themes: ( 1Corinthians 16:1-12) – “Dealing with church business”
APOSTLES DOCTRINE (WORD)

• THROUGH THE BIBLE READING

1. Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:

1. In (Vs 1-4) we discussed this special collection for the saints in Jerusalem from the gentile churches.  As a base for all giving (Psalm 24:1) should be noted about whose the rightful owner of all things, and (Psalm 50:12-15) about the fact that giving in worship is not about God’s “need” rather ours.  Discuss how giving financially in worship benefits us?  

2. In (Vs 2) we discussed that the church seemed to, and we should worship the Lord in giving “regularly”.  What would be the benefit of giving regularly, and how do you plan on applying this to your own life?

3. In (Vs 2) again we discussed that the church gave as a “priority”.  Discuss why it is important to give with (Matthew 6:33) in mind.  How can you prioritize giving, and how might this alleviate worry about finances in your life?

4. In (Vs 2) we also see how we should live “according to our God given ability”.  It seems that giving should be given in percentages, possibly a tithe as a good start as the Lord directs.  Note (Deut 8:18) and consider why it is important to give based off of ability.  Without details, how is it that the Lord has grown you in this?  Have you been tempted to think either “I make to little to worship the Lord with a percentage of His”, or “I have too much and it seems silly to give so much?”  Explain.

5. In (Vs 2) Paul explains that giving should be given “secretly, and w/o manipulation”. In what ways have you seen this done poorly, and in what ways have you been set free from needing to give for the wrong reason? NOTE: (Matthew 6:1-4).

6. In (Vs 3-4) Paul shows that giving, and receiving should be done within the church with “accountability”. Are you personally countable with your finances, and honestly do you trust your church leadership to deal honestly with funds given to be used by the Lord?

7. In (Vs 5-7) we learned that when making plans to serve the Lord in life, we should do so according to “Gods will”.  In what ways have you made good plans with good intentions and the Lord changed them.  How do you personally handle change of plans as James describes in (James 4:13-15)?

8. In (Vs 8-9) we say that in planning we should be “God directed”. In what part of the 4 steps of learning Gods perfect will do you struggle the most?  (Matthew 7:7-8), Pray(ask), and trust Gods ability to open and close doors; Seek(and wait) for doors to open according to God’s word(psalm 119:1-5); knocking,(walking by faith 2Cor 5:7), through the open doors presented; or lastly the confirmation of adversity from the enemy, the world, and the flesh?  

1. Has God been directing you lately in some way, and where are you at in the process?  Explain how you plan on taking the next step.

9. In (Vs 10-12) we see how planning in involves “Gods people”.  Timothy needed encouragement to do what God called him to do, and Apollos needed to be entrusted to Gods directing in His life.  Which planning with “God’s people” do you excel by God’s grace(give an example) and in which area do you struggle the most(give an example)? 

• MEMORY VERSE: (1Corinthians 16:9) – “For a great and effective door has opened to me, and there are many adversaries.”

FELLOWSHIP

• SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)

1. What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)

1. In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

2. Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

ACTS 2:42 QUESTIONS

“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.” as explained in (Acts 2:46) “And continuing daily with one accord in the temple (corporate Sunday/Wednesday gatherings at HCF), and breaking bread from house to house (Acts 2:42 home fellowships), they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart.” Resulting in (Acts 2:47) “. . . and the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”

To be used in one-on-one, group, or family settings. We encourage the enjoyment of a meal or refreshments together (breaking of bread), spiritual conversation (fellowship), time discussing how the Word applies to our lives, and time of praying together during these simple gatherings.

Simply do life as believers should, and invite others to join you.

Bible study dates: 10-19-25
Bible study Themes: 1Corinthians 15:50-58
APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)
o THROUGH THE BIBLE READING
1. Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

o APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:
1. In (Vs 51) notice the fact of the “rapture” of the church in the statement “we shall not all sleep, . . .” Though we do not know exactly when this time will be in the future, what do you think the benefits would be personally of “rapture” Vs. dying and the being changed?

2. In (Vs 52) Paul tells us about “how” the rapture will happen. It will be suddenly “in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye” which means there will be no time to change your mind. Since the rapture is imminent, and we are told to “watch and be ready” are you personally ready to meat the Lord without regret if it were to happen now? Why or why not. Are there things in life you need to adjust in order to be ready? What and how do you plan on doing so?

3. In (Vs 52) We looked at the timing of the rapture, meaning on the eschatological timeline it seams to be pre-trib, that is before the judgment of God upon this world described in (Revelation 6-19). Of the 9 reasons given, which is most convincing of this to you, or not so? Discuss without being contentious.

4. In (Vs 54-56) we see Paul’s Scriptural taunt of death!! In What ways has “death” tormented you personally, and how do you stand now knowing the truth of the resurrection and declaring victory like Paul? How do you plan on practicing this?
5. In (Vs 57) we see our humble gratitude. How can you live a more confident, and thankful
life in light of the resurrection? Where do you find yourself giving into defeat and why?

6. In (Vs 58) we are reminded of the value of being faithful “steadfast”, immovable, and always abounding in the work of the Lord since we believe in the life beyond the grave. Have you been tempted to give up, pressured to be moved or to lessen the load of service in the kingdom because of discouragement. How does it encourage you to think about the reward at the finish line. Note (Matthew 25:21, 1Cor 3, 2Timothy 4, Matthew 6:19-21).?

o MEMORY VERSE: (1Corinthians 15:51).
FELLOWSHIP
o SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)
1. What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)
1. In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

2. Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

ACTS 2:42 QUESTIONS

“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.” as explained in (Acts 2:46) “And continuing daily with one accord in the temple (corporate Sunday/Wednesday gatherings at HCF), and breaking bread from house to house (Acts 2:42 home fellowships), they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart.” Resulting in (Acts 2:47) “. . . and the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”
To be used in one-on-one, group, or family settings.  We encourage the enjoyment of a meal or refreshments together (breaking of bread), spiritual conversation (fellowship), time discussing how the Word applies to our lives, and time of praying together during these simple gatherings.  Simply do life as believers should, and invite others to join you.

Bible study dates: 8-5-25
Bible study Themes: (1Corinthians 15:12-34)
APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)

• THROUGH THE BIBLE READING

1. Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:

1. (Vs 12) Discuss the importance of the statement “though we cannot necessarily understand how the resurrection works  we believe God who created everything can, and if His word says so that it is true”.  Look at (Matthew 22:23-33) especially (Vs 29).

2. (Vs 14, 19) we discovered that if the dead do not rise than our “faith is meaningless”.  Of what real value would be Christianity and its teaching if there were no resurrection power for today or hope for the future?

3. (Vs 18) if possible, discuss how you have handled the death of believers differently than you would have without Christ.  Look at (1Thess 4:13) as well.

4. (Vs 21-23) Today we base a lot of our future health predictions off of our physical DNA and hereditary genes.  In the Scripture we are told that our eternal outlook for the future lies souly on who’s family we are a part of.  Discus, and be sure that you have entered into the spiritual family of Christ through the new birth(1Peter 1:3-4) and discuss when that took place in your own life.  Praise God together for the promise of (Romans 6:23).

5. Maybe for fun(but not to striving) come up with as many possible interpretations of (Vs 29) as you can find since we know what it is not saying “that some dead can be saved by vicarious baptisms of other living saints”

6. The question was asked in light of (Vs 30-32) “Taking risks and sacrificial service” that “if the fear of death, and the fear of loss in this life was removed what would you do for Christ?”  How would you respond to this question?   How do you plan to implement this way of living in light of the hope of the resurrection?

7. In (Vs 33-34) we were warned to beware of the world(the perspective of no future resurrection for good or bad).  How does the hope of the future resurrection and judgment to come for believers and unbeliever(1Cor 3-4, Revelation 20) affect your draw to living for pleasure in this life alone?  How does this affect the way you view living for sin in this world and being able to lay aside temporary pleasure fo the pleasure of eternity with Christ?

• MEMORY VERSE: (1Corinthinans 15:18)

FELLOWSHIP

• SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)

1. What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)

1. In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

2. Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

Bible study dates: 9-21-25
Bible study Themes: (1 Corinthians 14:21-40) – Rules for Prophecy and Tongues

APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)

• THROUGH THE BIBLE READING
• Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:
•  (Vs 23-24) – Explain ways that we as Christians can be inconsiderate of the unbelievers among us in corporate worship. What ways could we be better at allowing the Spirit to use us to reach the lost without compromising the truth.

• (Vs 25) – Have you recently had the Lord use prophecy, or the word spoken prophetically in your life to reveal the secrets of your heart? If you are willing, share what it was and how you responded?

• (Vs 26) – What is the difference between personal worship and corpoarate worship as far as the goal? “Let all things be done for edification”. (Consider Phil 2:3-4). How do you personally practice this differentiation?

• (Vs 27-28) – Looking at the rules for tongues, w/limitations, take turns, w/ interpretation in corporate (w/ self-control) & personal use, which of these maybe challenged a previous belief or experience you have had? How do you plan on practicing this in the future?

• (Vs 29-33) – Looking at the rules for prophecy; limit, discern, take turns, subservient to OT prophets, and Scripture, which of these rules challenges your previous beliefes or practices that you have experienced? How do you plan on practicing this in the future?

• (Vs 34-36) – If you are wife, how are you at encouraging your husband to be the spiritual leader in your home by submitting and asking him spiritual questions? If a husband, how are you at leading your family in the Word of God by washing them in the water of the Word (Eph 5:26). If you (husband or wife) are not, what is hindering you and how do you plan on changing this?

• (Vs 37-40) – Are there any areas in which what Paul teaches as God’s Word “the commandments of the Lord” that challenges your current convictions about the work of the Holy Spirit in corporate worship? How can you best aline yourself with the practice of God’s Word?

 
FELLOWSHIP

• SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)

• What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)

• In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

• Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

Bible study dates: 9-14-25
Bible study Themes: How to respond to “Threats of Persecution” – (Acts 4:23-32)

APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)

• THROUGH THE BIBLE READING
• Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:
• If you are aware of the situation. . . what was your first reaction to the assassination of Charlie Kirk on Sept. 10th?

• Discuss the statement, “My belief in the power of the gospe l(Rom 1:16) should affect avery aspect of my life outside of the church building, including my civil life (Romans 13)”. 

• What does it look like to not put our tust in polotitians (Psalm 146:3), yet allow our gospel-centered morals to make us godly citizens?

• In (Vs 23), we talked about the necessary response of drawing together in unified fellowship. How important is fellowship to you, and how much more important will it be now? Why is it important to you?

• In (Vs 24), we saw that they responded with prayer. What are some other options of people we could have communicated to, and ways we could have expressed ourself, instead of going to prayer? What is the result when you go to others instead of going to prayer? Read (1Peter 5:7, Phil 4:6-7).

• In (Vs 24b-28), we came to the realization that when its all said and done, “God is God”.  What does it look like for you to accept the fact that God is God, and God is in control, though the enemy would like us to believe otherwise? What does (Proverbs 3:5-6) look like for you?

• In (Vs 29-31), we see that they prayed that they might “live and love boldly”. What are other temptations you have had when threatened or persecuted for your faith. What is the proper response as we follow the disciples example? Read and discuss how you can apply (Romans 12:21 and 2 Timothy 1:7) in your sphere of influence.

• Discuss the statement, “Do not pray for easy lives, pray to be stronger men and women.  Do not pray for the tasks equal to your power, pray for power equal to your task.” How can you apply this to your life today?

• This brings us to the reality and promise that we all have an appointment with death (Hebrews 9:27). Are you ready to leave this world and meet Jesus?

 

• MEMORY VERSE: (Acts 4:31)

FELLOWSHIP

• SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)
• What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)

• In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

• Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

ACTS 2:42 QUESTIONS
 
“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.” as explained in (Acts 2:46) “And continuing daily with one accord in the temple (corporate Sunday/Wednesday gatherings at HCF), and breaking bread from house to house (Acts 2:42 home fellowships), they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart.” Resulting in (Acts 2:47) “. . . and the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”

To be used in one-on-one, group, or family settings.  We encourage the enjoyment of a meal or refreshments together (breaking of bread), spiritual conversation (fellowship), time discussing how the Word applies to our lives, and time of praying together during these simple gatherings.  Simply do life as believers should, and invite others to join you.

Bible study dates: 8-31-25
Bible study Themes: (1 Corinthians 14:1-19) – Practically Practicing Order In the Gifts
APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)

• THROUGH THE BIBLE READING
• Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:
• In (Vs 2-3), we looked at some pretty clear definitions of tongues (Vs 2) and prophecy (Vs 3). In what ways have you experienced what is defined in these 2 verses in your personal walk with the Lord?

• In (Vs 1-5), we looked at two main ways to better promote love and edification in the public assembly of believers. Prophecy and tongues with an interpretation. Do you see yourself as a part of the building up of the body of Christ in regular worship service, why or why not, and in what way? 

• Do you tend to think what will I get out of service today, or how can I be a blessing to others? NOTE: (1 Cor 13:5, Phil 2:3-4)

• In (Vs 6-20), we spoke of the importance of gaining biblical, Spirit inspired instruction in public worship vs. just having an emotional experience. What is the danger of merely having emotional experiences that do not instruct us in grace and knowledge of Jesus. NOTE: (Eph 4:11-16). 

• In what ways have you experienced this in your differenct church experiences. Note the benefits or downfalls.

• EXTRA THOUGHT for fun: (Vs 19). If you had only 5 words to speak to a public assembly of people who could be raptured today, or be in heaven or hell today, what would you say?
• Share with the group if the Lord has stirred you to experience the supernatural working of the Spirit in your life. In what way, and pray for each other that the Lord would stir up the gifts of the Holy Spirit among you.

• MEMORY VERSE: (1Corinthians 14:1) – AMPC translation “Eagerly pursue and seek to acquire (this) love (make it your aim, your great quest); and earnestly desire and cultivate the spiritual endowments (gifts), especially that you may prophesy (interpret the divine will and purpose in inspired preaching and teaching).”

FELLOWSHIP

• SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)
• What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)

• In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

• Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

Bible study dates: 8-17-25
Bible study themes: (Revelation 2:1-7) – The Danger of Having the Structure Without the Who/Why

APOSTLES’ DOCTRINE(WORD)

• THROUGH THE BIBLE READING

1. Do you have any thoughts/questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

• APPLICATION QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES 

1. Discuss the main point of our lesson today and how it can apply to our lives and church.  “Without the presence of Jesus nothing matters, with the presence of Jesus nothing else matters”.

2. (Vs 4) If we fail to be motivated by the love of Jesus for us (2Corinthians 5:14), what are some other reasons we may continue on through the motions until we burn out? What are some reasons you have kept going through the motions without the acknowledgment of Jesus and His presence? 

3. (Vs 5) “Remember”. Discuss and share with the group what it was like when you first encountered the love of Jesus in your life for the first time. How did it reflect an engaged couple? Take some time to share some quick testimonies of how and where Jesus saved you?

4. (Vs 5) We can all be running around like a chicken with its head cut off. We can have lots of motion while the life is draining from us. Be honest, if you are willing, are you in danger of burning out as illustrated by the lampstand removed from the presence of Jesus who fills it with the oil of His Holy Spirit?

5. From 1 to 10 evaluate how you think Jesus feels as a bridegroom in the midst of His church at Horizon? How do you think He feels about your affection towards Him personally as illustrated by the husband coming home to his wife in the sermon?

6. (Vs 7) Discuss the truth that God created us for fellowship with Him, originally in the garden (Gen 2-3) and then forever in paradise in heaven (Revelation 21-22).

• MEMORY VERSE: (Revelation 2:4)

FELLOWSHIP

• SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)

1. What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)

1. In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

1. Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

Bible study dates: 7-27-25
Bible study Themes: (Matthew 14:22-23) – Encountering Jesus In the Storm At the Beach

• APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)
• THROUGH THE BIBLE READING
• Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:
• (Vs 22-24) – In these verses we realized that it was Jesus that actually directed or allowed His disciples to go directly into a storm. What kind of storms has God allowed into your life lately, and have you accepted the fact that they are directed by Him?

• (Vs 24) – Describe how there are similarities to your storms (trials) and the storm the disciples were in. They were too far from any solid land to save themselves, they were tossed around by the waves, and whenever one wave left, they were hit with another, and the wind was contrary to them, everything was against them.
• (Vs 25-27) – It was in the midst of the storm that Jesus revealed Himself to the disciples.  How has Jesus been revealed to you in the midst of storms in life? 

• (Vs 28-29) – In these verses we see Peter take a step of faith to trust Jesus for the impossible. In the real world, the ship of this world and life is sinking. In what sinking boat have you been trusting in instead of Jesus? How does this show us what it is like to walk by faith and not by sight (2 Cor 5:7)? 

• (Vs 30-33) – In these verses we see Peter’s faith falter as he begins to go down. Have you found yourself sinking because you are walking by sight again rather than looking to Jesus? Explain how this has affected you daily walk with Jesus?

 
FELLOWSHIP

• SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)

• What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)

• In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

• Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

Bible study dates: 7-20-25
Bible study Themes: (Mark 5:1-20) - “Jesus’ Encounter with A Mad Man on the Beach”

APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)

• THROUGH THE BIBLE READING
• Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:
• (Vs 1-5) – In what ways can or can you not relate to this “man” who was once someone’s baby boy in your life pre-following (encountering Christ) as Savior and Lord? 

• Take a look at and review the Scriptures about our life without Christ as Satan’s influence. Have you ever though about the fact that you were once Satan’s slave?  (Ephesians 2:2, Acts 26:18, 1John 5:19, John 8:44, 10:10).

• (Vs 6-13) – Whether we were demon possessed, or just demonically influenced before encountering Christ, what is the secret we learned to making the enemy flee from our lives? NOTE THE VERSES (James 4:7-8, Acts 26:18, 1John 4:4).

• In what ways can you relate to this demonic man’s encounter with Christ? When did you, if you have, run to Jesus to worship Him as Lord the first time? If you haven’t when do you plan on doing so?

• (Vs 14-20) – In (Vs 15) specifically, we see how this man’s life was transformed because he became a “has been demon possessed” man. This relates to us in three ways. We find peace to “sit”(Eph 2:6, Hebrews 4:10, Matthew 11:28-30, Psalm 127). Instead of shamefully naked in sin, we are clothed in His righteousness (Isiah 61:10). We are given a “right mind” or a sound mind instead of fear, anxiety, and paranoia (2Tim 1:7). Since this is true of every believer, how have these truths been true experientially in your walk with Christ in comparison to pre-Christ? 

• Verses 19 & 20 are an encouragement and challenge to all of us. To, “Go home to your friends (and family, people) and tell them what great things the Lord has done for you. . .”  The Great Commission starts at our Jerusalem (Acts 1:8); our home. Who in your circle of family and friends do you sense a leading to share what Christ has done for you?  Pray for this, and ask for accountability from the group to do so. 

• MEMORY VERSE: (Mark 5:19)

FELLOWSHIP

• SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)

• What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)

• In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

• Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

Bible study dates: 7–13-25
Bible study Themes: (Mark 2:13-17) – “Encountering the Sinners on the Beach”
APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)

• THROUGH THE BIBLE READING
• Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES: 
• (Vs 13-14) – Have you yourself, like Levi, given up on religion and sought to find satisfaction in the world like Solomon (Eccl) or like the prodigal son of (Luke 15)?  Why did you do so, and what were the results?

• (Vs 14) – When Levi left the tax office, he really burned his bridges since his bridges with family and religion were already burned, and Rome was no longer an option.  Have you really counted the cost in this way, counting Jesus worthy, or do you have a plan B if “Jesus doesn’t work out”, so to speak? Explain your answer.

• (Vs 15-16) – It was an incredible thing in that culture that Jesus would come sit down and ea t(identifying Himself) with these sinners and tax collectors. Have you had a relationship that says, “When I get things right, l’ll invite Jesus to come sit with me”, or do you believe Jesus wants to come sit with you where you are, and through this gracious relationship, make you what He intends for you to be?  Note: (Revelation 3:20) and notice what kind of people he persues to come sit with, and what the goal was.

• (Vs 17) – In this verse Jesus shares His real heart and intentions through the gospel.  Jesus didn’t come to make good people better people, but to make sick people God’s people by grace. Do you view Jesus more as a law enforcement officer calling out wrongs or having already called out the wrongs or a paramedic coming to heal the soul of sinners (1 John 1:9) and the affects of sin (Ezekiel 36:26)? What is the difference, and discuss how this affects your walk with Jesus today?

 

• MEMORY VERSE:  (Mark 2:17) – “When Jesus heard it, He said to them, “Those who are well have no need ofa physicion, but those who are sick. I did nto come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.”

FELLOWSHIP

• SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)

• What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)

• In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

• Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

Bible study dates: 7-6-25
Bible study Themes: “Encounters with Jesus On the Beach” – (Matthew 4:18-22)

APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)

• THROUGH THE BIBLE READING
• Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES: 
• In (vs 18), we notice the kind of people Jesus encountered. In what ways can you relate to these fisherman who were just regular guys? Peter was known as Simon, which means “shifty sand, or unstable”(John 1:40-42). They were fairly uneducated compared to the religious leaders of the day (Acts 4:13), and they acknowledged themselves to be sinful men (Luke 5:8). 

• In (vs 19) we hear the invitation given to “follow Me”, and “I will make” is the promise. How often in your Christian life have you been focused on the “I will make”(lit-bear fruit) than the “follow Me”. Why is it important for us to be focused on our part “follow Me”(relationship) and trust Him with the promise?  Note John 15:1-5 in light of this.

• In (vs 20-22) we see the response of the disciples. We take note that it was “immediately”. What has kept you personally procrastinating the call to follow Jesus all the way?

• In (vs 20-22) we see them essentially leaving behind their comforts, security, all that they knew to follow Jesus. What is wrong with the idea of thinking that they lost something in doing so? Read (Luke 14:25-33, 18:28-30, Phil 3:7-8). What have you “lost” in following Christ, has that been a bad or good thing? Explain?

• If you are able to, briefly share your encounter with Jesus of Nazareth that caused you to, so to speak, “drop your nets”and follow Him? Share how and why it has been worth it.

 

• MEMORY VERSE: (Matthew 4:19)  - “Then He said to them, “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.”

FELLOWSHIP

• SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)

• What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)

• In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

• Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

Bible study dates: 6-29-25
Bible study Themes: (1 Corinthians 13) – “Fruitfulness in Order”
APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)

• THROUGH THE BIBLE READING
• Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES:
• (12:31) - Have you ever found yourself emphasizing the work of Jesus above the character of Jesus in the work? What did that look like in your life, what did you or do you plan on doing about it?

 

• (13:1-3) – Have you ever experienced, or have you yourself been guilty of being annoying (Vs 1) useless (Vs 2) or ineffective (Vs 3) in your Christian life because your Christian life was from the outside in, instead of the inside out (fruit) as it seemed to be in the Corinthians lives? If so, read the solution in (Revelation 2:1-7), pray for one another, and return to your first love relationship with Jesus.

• Read (John 15:1-16, Gal 5:22) and discuss where fruit of the Holy Spirit comes from?  How can you practically grow in this in your own life?

• As we read the definition of love in (Vs 4-7), what was it that most challenged how you have viewed “love” in your life.  What is the contrast with the world’s view of love?  In what ways did you realize you needed more and more to depend on the Holy Spirit for this fruit in your life?

• In what ways does the definition of love, perfectly describing Jesus, encourage you about who Jesus is?

• (Vs 8-13) - Since love seems to be that which will remain for eternity, we are challenged to emphasize that in all of our service. When you think about the great white throne and how everything without love will be burned up (1Cor 3), how does it challenge you to change your goals for growing as a Christian? 

• (14:1) – In what ways practically, can you, by God’s grace, take steps of faith to “persue love, and desire spiritual gifts. . .” or “. . . make it your aim, your great quest?
• MEMORY VERSE: (1Corinthians 14:1a) – “Persue love, and desire spiritual gifts. . .”

FELLOWSHIP

• SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)
• What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)

• In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

• Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.

Bible study dates:  6-22-25
Bible study Themes: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 – Unity As A Body
APOSTLES DOCTRINE(WORD)

• THROUGH THE BIBLE READING
• Do you have any thoughts questions on your “Through the Bible” reading plan?

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES: 

 

• What was the prayer of Jesus in (John 17:21) for His believers? What implications does this have on the fact that the physical body, and the church Body are a compound unity; one Body, many members?

 

• (Vs 12-14) Have you ever thought of the task of the Great Commission (Mark 16:15, Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 1:8) as overwhelming? How does it help to realize that it takes the whole Body to fulfill this great calling? 

• What part do you see yourself playing in the Great Commission. Reference the gifts cheet sheet?

• (vs 15-20) Have you ever found yourself belieing the cancerous lie of “you don’t need me” in the Body of Christ? What was or is the result of believing this lie in your life?  How have you, or will you seek to correct this?

• (vs 21-24) Have you ever found yourself believing the cancerous lie of “I don’t need you” in a lone ranger, or isolation type of mentality? What was the result of this, and how do you plan on correcting this?

• (vs 25-27) Since we are all one Body, it is logical that we would care and compensate when others are down? In what ways have you seen others compensate for you when you were down(suffering) in order that you might heal? In what ways have you compensated so others can be restored and the Body healthy again?

• (vs 25-27) Since we are all one Body, it would make sense that we would rejoice, and desire the victory of our fellow body parts in the same Body.  What happens when body parts start competing against each other, or think also of teammates that would compete against each other? Are you truly happy to see your fellow body parts used of the Lord and exalted as such? Compare this attitude with the mind of Christ (Phil 2:3-4), and how does this apply?

• (vs 28-31) When you are desiring the best gifts, do you generally say this would be the best gift for “me”, or this would be the best gift for “us” to reflect Jesus corporately to the world? Explain the difference and how it might work out in your life?

 

FELLOWSHIP

• SENDING/ SERVICE – (Acts 1:8)
• What ministries have you been participating in this week, and what ways do you as an individual or a group want to pray about participating in in the weeks to come?

PRAYER – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)

• In what ways has God answered your prayer requests from your last Acts 2:42 meeting?

• Share your prayer requests with one another, and write them down. Pray for one another and bear each other’s burdens to the Lord.