copyright © 2008 by standard publishing, cincinnati, oh. all rights reserved. you are witnesses...

Copyright © 2008 by Standard Publishing, Cincinnati, OH.

All rights reserved.

You Are Witnesses

Lesson 8



Are You a Gospel Salesperson?

“What enthusiasm or conviction do others see in the average Christian for the gospel message?”



Lesson Outline

IntroductionA. Acknowledging the Ascension

B. Lesson Background



Lesson Outline

I. Enlightened Now (Luke 24:44-48)A. Remember Scripture (vv. 44, 45)

B. Remember Jesus (vv. 46, 47)

C. Remember Responsibility (v. 48)



Why Are We Here?

After reading this account of some of Jesus’ last words on earth, what do you see as your Christian purpose in life?



Why Are We Here?

How is our purpose the same as and different from the purpose of Jesus’ original disciples?



Why Are We Here?

What is it about today’s text that helps you the most in fulfilling your purpose for Christian witness?



What is a Witness?

A person who makes an “attestation of a fact or event.”

A “public affirmation by word or example of . . . conviction.”



What is a Witness?

What is the witness that all Christians have in common?



What is a Witness?

What variations to this witness are allowable?



Let’s Talk It Over

Why do we sometimes fail to understand the teaching of Scripture?

What roadblocks need removing in this regard?

How do we do that?




How are you doing as a witness for Christ?

How can you make your life a stronger testimony?



Lesson Outline

II. Empowered Later (Luke 24:49-53)A. Promise and Instruction (v. 49)

B. Blessing and Ascension (vv. 50, 51)

C. Worship and Praise (vv. 52, 53)




Why do you think God requires us at times to wait?

Why do we find this hard to do?

What happens if we “jump the gun”?




In what ways has the ascended Lord blessed you?

How can you use these blessings to bless others as you serve as His witness?




How is your joy in Christ?

How well are you expressing that joy?



Your Personal Testimony

1. You are convinced regarding the facts of Jesus’ resurrection and ascension.

2. Jesus has made an impact on your life in profound ways.



Lesson Outline

ConclusionA. Celebrating Jesus’ Ascension

B. Prayer

C. Thought to Remember



Thought to Remember

Bear witness to Christ’s ascension.

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