Missions: The Gospel Impacting Lives

February 1st, 2026
by Roberto Coelho

Discussion Questions

Paul understood that his mission was to speak to people about not other topics but Christ. If Christ is not a predominant feature of what you talk about to people, then what topics are predominant in your conversations?
What causes or motivates our lack of boldness or confidence to speak to people about Christ?
Who is supposed to speak to people about the gospel - missionaries, pastors, or all believers? What reasons might cause us to delegate this responsibility to missionaries and pastors alone?
How does it make you feel to know that God calls us to speak the gospel to people's ears, but the Holy Spirit - not us - does the convincing?
Explain how it was possible for Paul to be both "bold" in his witness for Christ while also being "weak, afraid, and trembling" at the same time. Have you ever experienced both types of feelings at once when you spoke to someone about Jesus?
Are you a friend of sinners as Jesus was? Are there any sinners in your life that you could befriend better for Christ?
The Thessalonian believers "turned to God from idols" when they believed on Christ for salvation. Can you recall any "idols" you turned away from when you first believed on Christ?
What are some ways that God is teaching and changing you today as a believer as you grow in "the work of faith, labor of love, and patience of hope"? What is one area where you’ve seen the gospel noticeably change your thinking or behavior over time?
Who has been an example to you in living out the gospel, and what specific qualities made their influence so powerful?
What is one practical step you could take this week to help the gospel move beyond you—to encourage, share, invite, or invest in someone spiritually?