Bethel · Service of October 18, 2026

Small group guide · week of the message

Covenant and Peace at Home — Acts 2:42

Preacher:
Pastor Bill Johnson
Main passage:
Acts 2:42

Bible reading

Acts 2:42 · Supporting texts: Psalm 127:1 · Romans 8:28 · Ecclesiastes 8:1

Icebreaker (10 min)

What is one family tradition you would like to keep forever?

Message summary

Pastor Bill Johnson preached from Acts 2:42 on family, purpose, and wisdom. The message invites the church to carry family into everyday life this week, at home, at work and in our relationships.

Discussion questions (30 min)

  1. What practical habits show that God is the foundation of our home? Psalm 127:1

  2. How do we discover and live out God's purpose in our daily routine? Romans 8:28

  3. What is the difference between having information and having wisdom in everyday life? Ecclesiastes 8:1

Challenge for the week

Set aside one meal this week to pray as a family and give thanks for each person in the house.

Prayer

Pray for one another, asking God to make the message on family bear fruit this week.