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GP Plainfield - 11.09.25 - Acts, Week 5
This sermon is given by GP Lead Pastor Dan Painter. The scripture reference is from Acts 4:21-31.
# Key Verses
Acts 4:21-31
1 Peter 4:12
John 15:20
Matthew 28:18-20
John 14:1
Joshua 1:9
Questions
Pastor Dan Painter mentioned that 78% of Grace Point attendees haven't shared their faith in six months to never.
What do you think are the main barriers that keep Christians from sharing their faith?
When facing difficult situations, what is typically your first response? How does this compare to the early church's immediate turn to prayer?
The early church prayed about God's sovereignty even while facing threats. How can remembering God's sovereignty help us when we face opposition or fear?
What's the difference between worldly boldness and kingdom boldness? Can you think of examples of each?
The sermon emphasized praying for our enemies and those who persecute us. Why is this important, and how might it change our perspective on difficult people in our lives?
How does understanding that we are 'servants' rather than owners of our lives change the way we approach prayer and decision-making?
Pastor Dan challenged us to pray for five people who don't know Jesus. What fears or hesitations do you have about praying for and reaching out to non-believers?
In what ways might God be calling you to be more faithful in sharing the gospel in your everyday life - at work, in your neighborhood, or with family and friends?
Life Application
This week, identify five people in your life who don't know Jesus and commit to praying for them daily. Use the My5 card mentioned in the sermon or create your own list. Pray specifically for opportunities to share the gospel with them, for God to work in their hearts, and for boldness to speak when those opportunities arise. Also, make prayer your first response when facing any challenges this week, rather than trying to solve everything on your own first.
Key Takeaways
Persecution of Christians is increasing globally and we should expect it, not be surprised by it, as Jesus warned us this would happen
We can be bold as faithful witnesses because God provides power through prayer - prayer should be our first response, not our last resort
Effective prayer includes five elements: praying truth with trust, submitting to God's will, praying for His purpose (the mission), praying for His power (boldness), and praying for the lost
The church's weakness often stems from prayerlessness - we know we should pray but often don't actually do it consistently
Our mission is to share the gospel with everyone everywhere we go, and this requires God's power which comes through depending on Him in prayer
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Welcome to Grace Pointe! We're so happy you could join us online
More Information ↓
Grace Pointe is a church dedicated to seeing a world full of healthy churches by making as many people as much like Jesus in the shortest time possible. We are a multi-site church network with campuses in Naperville IL and Plainfield IL
Connect with us: Website: https://gracepointe.usFacebook: / gracepointeplainfield Instagram: / gppchurch YouTube: / @gracepointe / @gracepointeplainfield
Join us in-person at any of our service times: Naperville, Sundays at 8, 9:30 and 11 AM Plainfield, Sundays at 9 and 10:45AM
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By Grace PointeThis sermon is given by GP Lead Pastor Dan Painter. The scripture reference is from Acts 4:21-31.
# Key Verses
Acts 4:21-31
1 Peter 4:12
John 15:20
Matthew 28:18-20
John 14:1
Joshua 1:9
Questions
Pastor Dan Painter mentioned that 78% of Grace Point attendees haven't shared their faith in six months to never.
What do you think are the main barriers that keep Christians from sharing their faith?
When facing difficult situations, what is typically your first response? How does this compare to the early church's immediate turn to prayer?
The early church prayed about God's sovereignty even while facing threats. How can remembering God's sovereignty help us when we face opposition or fear?
What's the difference between worldly boldness and kingdom boldness? Can you think of examples of each?
The sermon emphasized praying for our enemies and those who persecute us. Why is this important, and how might it change our perspective on difficult people in our lives?
How does understanding that we are 'servants' rather than owners of our lives change the way we approach prayer and decision-making?
Pastor Dan challenged us to pray for five people who don't know Jesus. What fears or hesitations do you have about praying for and reaching out to non-believers?
In what ways might God be calling you to be more faithful in sharing the gospel in your everyday life - at work, in your neighborhood, or with family and friends?
Life Application
This week, identify five people in your life who don't know Jesus and commit to praying for them daily. Use the My5 card mentioned in the sermon or create your own list. Pray specifically for opportunities to share the gospel with them, for God to work in their hearts, and for boldness to speak when those opportunities arise. Also, make prayer your first response when facing any challenges this week, rather than trying to solve everything on your own first.
Key Takeaways
Persecution of Christians is increasing globally and we should expect it, not be surprised by it, as Jesus warned us this would happen
We can be bold as faithful witnesses because God provides power through prayer - prayer should be our first response, not our last resort
Effective prayer includes five elements: praying truth with trust, submitting to God's will, praying for His purpose (the mission), praying for His power (boldness), and praying for the lost
The church's weakness often stems from prayerlessness - we know we should pray but often don't actually do it consistently
Our mission is to share the gospel with everyone everywhere we go, and this requires God's power which comes through depending on Him in prayer
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Welcome to Grace Pointe! We're so happy you could join us online
More Information ↓
Grace Pointe is a church dedicated to seeing a world full of healthy churches by making as many people as much like Jesus in the shortest time possible. We are a multi-site church network with campuses in Naperville IL and Plainfield IL
Connect with us: Website: https://gracepointe.usFacebook: / gracepointeplainfield Instagram: / gppchurch YouTube: / @gracepointe / @gracepointeplainfield
Join us in-person at any of our service times: Naperville, Sundays at 8, 9:30 and 11 AM Plainfield, Sundays at 9 and 10:45AM