“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.”

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.

 To Join Jesus in the Great Commission of:

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

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

“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.”

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.

 To Join Jesus in the Great Commission of:

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

Bible Study Date: 7-26-26
Bible Study Theme: (John 4:1-26) – “Knowing Jesus as Living Water”

“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.”

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.

 To Join Jesus in the Great Commission of:

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

Bible Study Date: July 19, 2026
Bible Study Theme: (John 3:22-36) – “Knowing Jesus as Pre-eminent”

“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/ Titus 2 discipleship), 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 (Titus 2), group, or family settings (Acts 2:46).  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 in The Great Commission of
WIN-DISCIPLE-SEND.

Bible study dates: 7-12-26
Bible study Themes: John 3:9-21 – “Knowing Jesus as the teacher from Heaven” continued  Answering the question – How can I experience the new birth myself?

Apostles Doctrine (Word)

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

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES: (or New believers study, Marriage study, Addictions study, or other approved material)

1. In (Vs 9) Nicodemus seems to agree that there is a need for the “New Birth”.  He now asks the question, “How can this be” for me?  What are all the different ways you yourself have tried in order to have a new life?  Explain.

 

2.  In (Vs 9-13) Nicodemus gets to “learn about believing”.  Nicodemus knew a lot (He was “the teacher” in Israel), but there was something he didn’t know yet.  How teachable do you find yourself to be when it comes to biblical truth?  Explain your answer.

3.  In (Vs 14-15) Jesus gives Nicodemus an “illustration about believing” using the brass serpent lifted up on the pole in the wilderness (see Numbers 21).  What does it look like for you to look to Jesus in faith today as the people in the wilderness did?  Explain, and discuss (Isaiah 45:22, 2Cor 3:18, Hebrews 12:2).

4. In (Vs 16-18) we are told there is a “choice in believing”.  Have you yourself made the decision to accept God’s choice to love you?  When have you made that choice, or do you need to make that choice today?

5. In (Vs 19-21) we are taught that there is a “coming to the light in believing”.  To come to Jesus in faith, is to admit I am in the dark and need cleansing of my sin.  What reasons have you, or are you hiding in the dark with your sin instead of coming to Jesus in the light? (Read 1 John 1:7-9)  Explain. 

• MEMORY VERSE: (John 3:16-18)

“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/ Titus 2 discipleship), 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 (Titus 2), group, or family settings (Acts 2:46).  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 in The Great Commission of
WIN-DISCIPLE-SEND.

Bible study dates: 7 – 5 - 26
Bible study Themes: (John 3:1-8) – Knowing Jesus as The Teacher from Heaven

“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/ Titus 2 discipleship), 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(Titus 2), group, or family settings(Acts 2:46).  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 in The Great Commission of
WIN-DISCIPLE-SEND.

Bible study dates: 6 – 21 - 26
Bible study Themes:  (John 2:13-25)  “Knowing Jesus as the Temple Keeper/Revolutionary”

“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/ Titus 2 discipleship), 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(Titus 2), group, or family settings(Acts 2:46).  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 in The Great Commission of WIN-DISCIPLE-SEND.

Bible study dates: 6-14-26
Bible study Themes: (John 2:1-12) – Knowing Jesus as the Miracle Worker/ our Joy

• WIN a person to Jesus – (Mark 16:15)
  • Have you had the privilege to share and show the gospel to anyone recently?  Explain.

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

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

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES: (or New believers study, Marriage study, Addictions study, or other approved material)

1. In (Vs 1-4) we saw the real “need for a Miracle”.  How would you describe your current relationship with Jesus, relationship to the world, or even your spouse?  Have you “run out of wine”, become bland, boring, and joyless in your Christian life?  Explain.

 

2.  In (Vs 5-8) we saw the 6 examples of how these men “experienced the miracle working Jesus”.   As you evaluate these examples, where might you be missing it?  How do you plan on implementing this in your Christian life this week?  Be specific.

1. (Vs 5) – Serve Jesus and others
2. (Vs 5b) – Obey His Word
3. (Vs 6) – be resourceful
4. (Vs 7a) – Lean not on your own understanding
5. (Vs 7b) – go all out
6. (Vs 8) – Take a Risk/ Step of faith

3.  In (Vs 9-12) we saw the “Results of experiencing Jesus as the Miracle worker”.  There was a personal encounter between the servants and Him.  There was a party that never ends.  An ever increasing Joy of the Lord from Heaven's wine.  As glory revealed and faith in Jesus.  In What ways have you experienced Jesus as the miracle worker without your own life this week?  Share and testify.  Praise God for this together.

4. Throughout this whole story we see a miracle of Joy.  Wine representing the joy of the Lord in the Scriptures (Psalm 104:15, Judges 9:13).  Is your walk with Jesus one of ever increasing Joy in spite of circumstances or one that is constantly running out when things get hard?  Where can you find true joy instead of in circumstances this week (Gal 5:22?) and how might this change your week ahead?

• MEMORY VERSE: (John 2:5) -  “His mother said to the servants, “Whatever He says to you, do it.”

• Fellowship/ Breaking bread  
  • 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? (1 John 1:3-10, James 5:13-16).

• Prayer – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)
  • Any answered prayer from the last Titus 2/Acts 2:42 meeting?
  • Bear one another’s burdens and pray for one another (write them down).

SEND a person in Jesus – (Acts 1:8)

1. 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.

2. Do you see the Lord opening a door for you to share the gospel this week  (Revelation 3:8)?  Share and pray about it.  

“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/ Titus 2 discipleship), 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(Titus 2), group, or family settings(Acts 2:46).  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 in The Great Commission of WIN-DISCIPLE-SEND.

Bible study dates: 6-7-26
Bible study Themes: (John 1:43-51) and Genesis 28 – “knowing Jesus as The Ladder from heaven”

• WIN a person to Jesus – (Mark 16:15)
  • Have you had the privilege to share and show the gospel to anyone recently?  Explain.

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

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

• APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS FROM BIBLE STUDIES: (or New believers study, Marriage study, Addictions study, or other approved material)

1. In what ways, have you in your life found yourself trying to climb the social, corporate, or religious ladder in life?  Please explain.

2.  In (Vs 43) Philip was invited to “follow” Jesus.  According to (Luke 9:23) what does it mean to follow Jesus?  Are you one who wakes up every day and asks Jesus to bless your plan, or would you consider yourself one who asks Jesus the plan and then follows Him?  Explain why you believe your answer.

3. In (Vs 46) we see that Nathanael had some misunderstandings about Jesus before he was to “Come and see”.  What misunderstandings did you have about Jesus before coming to follow, and how has that changed since coming to see yourself?  

4. In (Vs 47 -49) the table was turned when Nathanael had his “encounter with Jesus”.  Nathanael thought he was coming to study about Jesus, and He found that Jesus was studying, and knew him intimately.  Have you ever, like Nathanael, or Jacob in (Gen 28) found yourself thinking you were all alone and forgotten, when all of the sudden God reminds you He is in this place (whatever difficult situation you find yourself in)?  Explain what this does to your perspective on Jesus and your situation?.

5.  In (Vs 50-51) we see the promise to Nathanael that Jesus is the Ladder from heaven as in Jacob's vision (Gen 28:12).  Have you personally been experiencing your Christian life more as a step ladder to climb, or extension ladder?  Or have you understood that Jesus is the Ladder from heaven on a rescue mission that completed the work to reach you where you are?  What is the difference as discussed on Sunday.

• MEMORY VERSE: (John 1:51)

• Fellowship/ Breaking bread  
  • 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? (1 John 1:3-10, James 5:13-16).

• Prayer – (1 Peter 5:7, Gal 6:2)
  • Any answered prayer from the last Titus 2/Acts 2:42 meeting?
  • Bear one another’s burdens and pray for one another (write them down).

SEND a person in Jesus – (Acts 1:8)

1. 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.

2. Do you see the Lord opening a door for you to share the gospel this week  (Revelation 3:8)?  Share and pray about it.  

“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: 5/24/26
Bible study Themes: (John 1:1-18) – “Knowing Jesus as The Word”
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. How does it affect you personally to consider the fact that God wants to communicate with you His creation through “The Word”?  

2. First in (Vs 1-5) we saw “The Word(Jesus) as Creator” and it answered one important question for us,  “Is there a God?”  Share with each other how you see the light of God in creation around you and in you.  Review and discuss (Acts 17:23-25) in light of this.

3. Secondly in (Vs 6-13) we looked at “The Word in His Creation”.  Answering the question for us “Can God be known”?  Since Jesus made God “touchable” in a knowing relationship,  how is your own personal relationship with Christ?  Have you received Him personally, and what does that look like for you on a daily basis?

4. Thirdly in (Vs 14-18) we looked at “The Word beheld”.  This answered for us the question, “What is God like”.  Share some false ideas that you have had about God in the past, and how realizing Jesus is God's perfect expression of who He is to man changes those perspectives?

• MEMORY VERSE: (John 1:14)

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.

“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: 4 – 19 - 26
Bible study Themes: 2Corinthians 12:1-10 - - “Boasting in weakness” 
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. Have you yourself ever seen yourself as too weak to be on God’s team or to be used by Him?  Explain your weakness and what you did about it?

2. In (Vs 1-6) we see Paul refrain from boasting in a way that would exalt his spiritual state above that of the other believers. It is hard to admit this but have you ever had the temptation to boast in your own spiritual experiences that drew attention to yourself?  Explain and praise God for His grace.

3. In (Vs 7) we saw the reason for Paul's thorn in the flesh was that he would not be exalted above measure.  Do you currently have a “thorn in the flesh” in your life that God is using to keep you close and dependent on Him.  Explain how this is working in your life currently, and how you are responding?

4. In (Vs 8) we see Paul's struggle in prayer over this “thorn in his flesh”.  Have you ever prayed and prayed for relief from a difficulty and thought “God isn’t answering my prayer”?  Is it possible that God gave you something better than relief;  a closer relationship with Him.  Explain how this worked out in your life?

5. In (Vs 9a) we see that God gave Paul a promise, not an explanation for his thorn in the flesh.  How does this promise minister to you in your personal thorns?  

6. In (Vs 9b-10) we see Paul embrace his weakness because of the promise in (Vs 9a).  He says “most gladly” and “I take pleasure”.  Knowing the great benefits of your weaknesses, reproaches, needs, persecutions, distresses, can you say you have embraced your thorn as a messenger of God’s love to you?  Explain.

7. Discuss the statement? “Your weakness is your greatest strength and your greatest strength may be your greatest weakness” in light of today's study?

• MEMORY VERSE: (2Corinthians 12:9a) – “And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.”

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 – 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.