“The Disturbing, Disruptive, Durable Gospel” Acts 17:1-15 Rev. Chris Smith

                                              Sermon Discussion Questions


 1) After reading over this text again, how do we see the gospel message being “disturbing, disruptive and durable” in the passage?

2) Have you experienced the good news of the gospel being disruptive in your own life? Or does the message of the gospel tend to blend in with everything else?

3) Why were the crowds upset at Paul in verses 1-5?

4) What was the disposition of those who heard Paul’s message? What is our posture toward hearing the good news? Are we eager to listen and to examine the Word? What might stop us from having that posture?

5) Sermon quote: “Our problem with sin is so severe that it requires  the death of Jesus, which is the “disturbing” part of the gospel. Does that change how we live?” Discuss with your group.