One sentence said without a moment of thought, “the Holy Spirit usually sends us the right people”, brought an American family to Poland for good. That story opens a reflection on Acts 9, where Peter heals Aeneas and raises Tabitha, a woman known in her community simply for sewing clothes for widows. The sermon shows that the Holy Spirit specialises in turning ordinary people into workers of the kingdom, and that his fingerprints become visible only when we look back. Listen if you have ever wondered whether your everyday, unremarkable service counts for anything at all.
Discussion questions
For your small group or for personal reflection after the sermon.
- In Acts 9:32-43 Peter visits the believers, meets Aeneas, and is then called to Joppa. Where do you see the Holy Spirit at work in this story, even though the text never mentions Him?
- The widows show Peter the tunics and garments Tabitha had made. What does this scene reveal about her ministry and about what her community needed?
- Peter raises Tabitha the same way Jesus raised Jairus's daughter, and he does it in Jesus' name, not his own. What does his attitude teach you about serving without seeking your own glory?
- The speaker says the Holy Spirit specializes in turning ordinary people into kingdom workers. Looking back on your life, what small steps of God's leading can you see?
- The sermon talks about the anxiety of missing the Holy Spirit's leading. What helps you walk with God without fear, simply loving people and responding to the needs around you?
- Baking cookies or giving someone a ride to church can seem small. What ordinary act of service could you offer your church this week?
