​Read all or parts of Acts 2:14-41 from your Bible or watch the Bible story video.

STORY: Peter had the courage and wisdom to preach the gospel because he had just been filled with the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit helped Peter remember the words from the Bible that taught about the Spirit’s power. The Holy Spirit helps us share the gospel by reminding us of God’s Word. We don’t have to be fearful or nervous. Like Peter, we can share our faith and trust that the Spirit will help us.

After Peter shared the gospel, the people knew they had sinned and asked what they should do. Peter told the people to repent, to turn away from their sins and to turn to God. He told them that they would receive forgiveness and be given the Holy Spirit. This is another way the Spirit is our Helper. He gently shows us our sin so that we can respond by asking for forgiveness. God wants to forgive us, and He will when we ask Him.

 Thousands of people trusted in Jesus and were baptized. Not only did God save them from their sin, but He began to change them.  They wanted to be taught God’s Word, gave what they had to meet people’s needs, praised God, and continued to meet together. When we trust in Jesus, the Spirit lives in us and changes us to bring glory to God.

DISCUSSION QUESTION #1: Why can we be bold (or confident) when we tell others about Jesus?

ANSWER: Although we might feel afraid or unsure about sharing the gospel, we should be confident that the Holy Spirit will help us. God doesn’t put the pressure on us to save people; we are just called to be faithful, obedient, and loving to tell others about Jesus. Remind kids that it is the power of God that saves people from sin.

DISCUSSION QUESTION #2: (Big Picture Question) Why does God command Christians to tell others about Jesus?

ANSWER: Use the Key Passage (Romans 10: 14) to guide students to this conclusion (the answer to our Big Picture Question): "We tell others about

Jesus so they will hear and believe in Him/the good news."

MORNINGS:

God, we are so grateful that You give us opportunities to share the good news of Jesus. Help us share the gospel with our friends and family. Thank You for the Holy Spirit who changes us and give us power to obey You. Amen.

EVENINGS:

Thank You, Lord, for sending the Holy Spirit to all who trust You for salvation. Thank You for changing and transforming us through the power of the Holy Spirit. May our lives honor and glorify You. In Jesus’ name, amen.