Review / Introduction:
3 People You Have to Deal With:
- The Critic: Don't get Distracted by Him. (Acts 28:1-6)
- Consider the source
- Don't take it personally
- Ask, "Is it true?"
- Say, "Thank you for the feedback."
- The Hurting: Don't be too Busy for Him. (Acts 28:7-10)
- The Brother: Don't rob Him of a Blessing. (Acts 28:11-16)
How to Handle Criticism:
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Small Group Questions (Whole Group):
Read Acts 28:1-16
Honestly - How do people's opinion of you affect you? How do you typically handle criticism (Acts:1-6)?
How are you encouraging others right now? How are you letting others encourage you? (Acts 21:15)
What was your big take-away from this passage / message?
Breakout Questions:
Pray for one another. Who do you know that needs encouragement this week? How are you going to reach out to him/her/them?