Praise Tabernacle - KE Group Questions

KE Group Questions
Week of June 29, 2025

The sermon focuses on living in the Spirit with courage and conviction, using Acts 24 as the primary text. The pastor discusses Paul's trial before Felix where he faced false accusations but maintained his faith and conviction. The message emphasizes that believers are partakers of Christ's divine nature and have been given authority through the Holy Spirit to stand firm against accusations and persecution while continuing to spread the Gospel.

Ice Breaker
Has anyone ever spread a rumor about you that wasn't true? How did you handle that situation?

Key Verses
Acts 24:1-9
Romans 1:16
Ephesians 6:12
Philippians 3:13-14

Questions
What does it mean to be a 'partaker of divine nature' as mentioned in the sermon?
How can we maintain our faith and conviction when facing false accusations?
What role does the Holy Spirit play in giving us courage to share the Gospel?
How can we balance being 'wise as serpents but innocent as doves' when dealing with opposition?
What are some practical ways we can prepare ourselves for spiritual warfare?
How can we ensure we're using our God-given authority appropriately?
What can we learn from Paul's response to his accusers?
How can we apply the concept of 'riding the waves' of life's challenges instead of being crushed by them?

Life Application
This week, identify one area where you've been hesitant to share your faith due to fear of opposition or accusation. Make a commitment to step out in courage, relying on the Holy Spirit's power, and share the Gospel with at least one person in that context.

Key Takeaways
We are partakers of Christ's divine nature and have been given authority through the Holy Spirit
Opposition and false accusations against believers often lead to greater opportunities for the Gospel
Prayer is not just communication with God but a mechanism of spiritual authority
Standing firm in faith requires both courage and conviction, especially in the face of opposition
Our primary responsibility is to spread the Gospel regardless of opposition

Importance of KE Groups

Growing spiritually takes a daily personal walk with God and a gathering together in fellowship with other believers.

Our corporate gathering is for equipping the saints, but meeting in small groups allows regular individual
participation so that personal needs can be addressed.

Small groups also foster growth in ministering the gifts of the Holy Spirit, accountability, and the support
necessary to be a healthy member of the family of God.

The leadership of Praise Tabernacle has encouraged group leaders to be missional and evangelistic
in their approach to leading these groups.

The ultimate goal is Kingdom Expansion.

KE (KINGDOM EXPANSION)
GROUP LOCATIONS

Egg Harbor Township
Wednesday Nights @ 6:30 pm - Andy & Lori Holman's home -
108 Glenrock Road, EHT, NJ 08234

1st & 3rd Wednesday Nights @ 7:00 pm - Terry & Sue Luma's home -
201 Huron Ave. EHT, NJ 08234 \

Mays Landing
1st Wednesdays, 7 pm - Host: Pastor Josh & Loraine Kennedy;
46 Chancellor Park Dr. Mays Landing,

3rd Wednesdays, 7 pm - Host: Matt & Elise Lukas;
8 Homewood Court, Mays Landing

4th Wednesday, 7 pm - Host: Caleb & Tahlia Wilkes;
4752 Summersweet Dr. Mays Landing

Reach out to Pastor Josh if you have any questions: (609) 402-8869

Egg Harbor City
2nd & 4th Wednesday Nights @ 6:30pm - Eddie Aponte's home -
6036 Chestnut St., Mays Landing, (609) 517-0165

Ocean View
Sunday Nights (Every 1st & 3rd) @ 6pm - Joanne Utt's Home -
2058 Route 9 Unit 413, Ocean View. (609) 892-7651