Scripture Focus: Acts 2:1–47 | Genesis 11:1–9

In this message, Pastor Andy draws a powerful connection between the story of the Tower of Babel and the Day of Pentecost. Where Babel resulted in confusion and isolation due to humanity’s pursuit of self-glory, Pentecost marked a reversal of that curse—bringing clarity and community through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Bible is meditation literature: The more you read it, the more you discover deep spiritual patterns and connections.
  • Unity is an exponential investment: Whether for good or for selfish gain, unified people can do powerful things. At Babel, people united for their own name; at Pentecost, they united for God’s glory.
  • Jesus reverses every curse: Babel’s curse was confusion and separation—Pentecost begins the healing through Spirit-filled connection.
  • Community is where transformation happens: The Acts 2 believers didn’t just attend services—they shared meals, prayed, worshiped, gave generously, and grew spiritually together.

Group Questions:

1. Community Fun:
What’s one of the most fun or memorable group experiences you’ve had—church, school, family, anything?

2. Babel Moment:
Have you ever been part of a group project or trip where everything fell apart because people weren’t on the same page? What happened?

3. Unexpected Connection:
Have you ever randomly met someone and it turned into a lasting friendship or surprising connection?

Discussion Questions

1. What stood out to you the most from this message?
Was it the connection between Babel and Pentecost, something Pastor Andy shared from his story, or a specific verse?

2. Read Genesis 11:1–9 and Acts 2:1–12.
What are the key contrasts between these two events?

  • What caused the scattering at Babel?
  • What brought people together at Pentecost?

3. Pastor Andy said, “Jesus reverses every curse.”
Where in your life have you experienced Jesus reversing something broken or confusing?

4. Why do you think community is such a key part of spiritual growth?
Do you find it easy or hard to be part of close Christian community? Why?

5. In Acts 2:42–47, the early church did life together through:

  • Teaching
  • Fellowship
  • Sharing meals
  • Prayer
  • Generosity
  • Worship

Which one of these do you want to grow in? What could that look like for you this week?

6. What “small step” could you take toward deeper community this week?
(Joining a group, inviting someone to lunch, being vulnerable with someone, etc.)

7. Pastor Andy quoted James Clear: “The beginning is mostly luck. The end is mostly choices.”
What’s one spiritual choice you feel God is prompting you to make?

 Personal Reflection / Challenge

This week, set aside 10–15 minutes to reflect on these questions in prayer or journaling:

1. Where am I currently experiencing confusion or isolation in my life?
Ask God to reveal if there’s a curse He wants to reverse in you through the Holy Spirit.

2. Am I seeking my own name—or building God’s name—in my relationships and goals?
Invite the Holy Spirit to reorder your heart where needed.

3. Who are the people God has already placed in my life for spiritual growth?
Write down 2–3 names. How can you move one step closer to community with them?

4. What’s one choice I can make this week to move toward deeper connection?
It might be:

  • Joining a group
  • Starting one
  • Inviting someone to coffee
  • Asking to be filled with the Holy Spirit for boldness