BRINGING ENCOURAGEMENT

Relationally Wise (Acts 4:36-37, 11:19-30)

1. Cultivate a consistency in being filled with the Holy Spirit that becomes evident in your daily interactions.
2. Recognize what is truly from God and strengthen peoples' faith with your words.
3. Learn how to draw people into God's work and serve joyfully together.
4. Seek out people who are mistreated, scattered, and struggling – supplying interest and gifts.

Take Home

God's kingdom is built through healthy relationships, and you have incredible influence in every situation.

Life Group Discussion Questions

1. How did people describe Barnabas (Acts 4:36-37, Acts 11:24)?
2. How do people describe you?
3. What type of encouragement did Barnabas bring? (Acts 11:19-23, 27-30)
4. Who has invited you to serve God and who have you mobilized? (Acts 11:25-26)
5. Who can you pursue to serve with you like Barnabas did with Paul?
6. In what relationships do you want to be more encouraging? (Ephesians 5:11-18)
7. What would you say if someone asked you how to receive encouragement from God? (Philippians 2:1-5)

Pray for each other and your positive influence at home, work, church and in your community.