Who is the Baron of Kinsale and what is his profession?

One of the things that happened at Pentecost was that everyone could hear ‘about God’s deeds of power’ in their own languages. What Old Testament event was this a reversal of and what is the significance?

In what ways did different people react to the happenings at Pentecost (see 2:12-13)? What can we learn from this with regard to evangelism but also with regard to our attitudes to other churches / believers who express their faith / worship differently?

When Peter stood up to preach who stood with him (2:14)? What was Peter’s defence and how did he explain what was going on?

How did the hearers respond to Peter’s words (see 2:37)?

Personal testimony is always encouraging to others. Take a few moments for each of you to share how you became a Christian. If you have always attended church, share with the group a significant time in your Christian walk when you feel you made a step forward.

In answering the people’s question, Peter said “repent, and be baptized” (2:38). What is the significance of baptism to you?

How have you been changed by the presence of the Holy Spirit in your life?

What were the activities of the early church (2:42) How is this similar or different to your church?

What would the apostle’s teaching have been like compared to today’s preaching?