Main Thought
We all know that we’ll face different obstacles and opposition throughout our lives. These things come in all shapes and sizes. They often make us feel like we’ve been pushed off-course. We may even wonder whether or not we’re living in God’s will. When this happens, it’s important for us to remember that God can use the things we face to position us for opportunity. If we want to experience this, then we need to obey God - even when it doesn’t make sense! God leads us through His Word, His Spirit, and His people. We may discover incredible open doors of opportunity when we follow God in faith.
Main Passages
4 Now those who were scattered went about preaching the word. 5 Philip went down to the city of Samaria and proclaimed to them the Christ. 6 And the crowds with one accord paid attention to what was being said by Philip, when they heard him and saw the signs that he did. 7 For unclean spirits, crying out with a loud voice, came out of many who had them, and many who were paralyzed or lame were healed. 8 So there was much joy in that city.
- Acts 8:4-8
26 Now an angel of the Lord said to Philip, “Rise and go toward the south to the road that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza.” This is a desert place. 27 And he rose and went. And there was an Ethiopian, a eunuch, a court official of Candace, queen of the Ethiopians, who was in charge of all her treasure. He had come to Jerusalem to worship 28 and was returning, seated in his chariot, and he was reading the prophet Isaiah. 29 And the Spirit said to Philip, “Go over and join this chariot.”
- Acts 8:26-29
Discussion Questions
What stands out to you in the Main Thought and Passages above?
How might God call us to obey Him in a way that doesn’t make sense? Give one or two examples.
How do you currently process God’s will in the face of a difficult decision? What can you do to get better at this process?