Hechos para actuar - Lección 1 - Una ayuda para actuar
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The introduction to a Sunday school session discussing the book of Acts, focusing on the experiences of Jesus' friends after his ascension.
Friends of Jesus and Their Persecution
- The friends of Jesus were persecuted but were willing to endure hardships to defend his name.
- They devised a way to identify fellow believers by drawing half a fish in the sand.
- They faced persecution yet shared about Jesus with courage and determination.
The Role of the Holy Spirit
- The Holy Spirit empowers believers to do what is right and helps them obey God's commands.
- Humans are inherently sinful, but with the Holy Spirit's presence, they can strive for righteousness.
- The disciples received help from the Holy Spirit to spread Jesus' message worldwide.
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Exploring how the disciples coped with Jesus' ascension and awaited the arrival of the Holy Spirit.
Disciples After Jesus' Ascension
- The disciples witnessed Jesus ascending to heaven, leaving them uncertain but hopeful.
- Two men reassured them that Jesus would return one day as promised by God.
- The apostles gathered in Jerusalem, including women who had loved and followed Jesus.
Arrival of the Holy Spirit
- On Pentecost day, the Holy Spirit descended upon believers, enabling them to speak in various languages.
Lesson on the Holy Spirit and the Early Church
In this section, the teaching focuses on the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding believers to repentance and baptism, leading to the formation of the early church.
The Role of Peter and Repentance
- Peter spoke truth guided by the Holy Spirit.
- People were called to repent for their sins and trust in Christ for salvation.
- Baptism was emphasized as a demonstration of faith in Jesus as Savior.
Formation of the Early Church
- Those who believed in Jesus found forgiveness and salvation.
- The apostles, led by Peter, baptized new believers, marking the beginning of the church.
- The term "church" referred to all worldwide believers in Jesus as Savior.
Empowerment by the Holy Spirit
This part discusses how believers received empowerment through the Holy Spirit to spread God's word and grow as a community.
Reception of Salvation
- Believers accepting God's word and Jesus as Savior were saved.
Empowerment for Witnessing
- The Holy Spirit empowered apostles like Peter to fearlessly share about Jesus.
Encouragement for Obedience
- Believers with faith in Jesus have the Holy Spirit within them for strength.
Missionary Work and Courage
This segment emphasizes seeking courage from God through prayer to fulfill missions effectively.
Seeking Help from God
- Encouragement to seek help from God through prayer when facing challenges.
Sharing Faith Boldly
- Using prayer to find courage in sharing one's faith with others confidently.
Detailed Craft Activity: Making a Hat to Share Jesus' Love
In this section, the speaker discusses a craft activity aimed at helping individuals share the message of Jesus' love with others through a handmade hat.
Materials Needed for the Craft Activity
- The materials required for this craft activity include colored paper, cardboard, ruler, markers, pencil, scissors, liquid glue, and a plate or lid.
Steps to Create the Hat
- Measure and cut a strip of cardboard to fit around your head for the hat's base.
- Attach the ends of the strip together using liquid glue to form a circular base.
- Draw circles on colored paper and cut them out to decorate the hat.
- Cut small strips around one circle to create tabs for attaching it to the cardboard base.
- Fold each tab and glue them onto the circular base securely.
Finalizing the Hat and Encouragement
This part concludes by emphasizing the significance of using the crafted hat as a tool to share Jesus' love with others and encourages prayer for courage in spreading this message.
Adding Message and Final Touches
- Write "Jesus loves you" on the hat using markers or personal creativity.
Encouragement for Sharing Jesus' Love