Eat
Read the passage slowly, read it again, then retell it in your own words. If you can't retell it, read it once more.
- Read
- Reread
- Retell
Digest
Answer from what the passage actually says — stay in the text.
What does this passage show me about God?
- What do the believers pray for when they are threatened, and how does God answer?
What does it show me about people — and about myself?
- What pressure tempts you to stay silent about Jesus?
What will I obey this week? (a concrete step, with a day)
- What bold step of speaking or obeying will you pray for this week?
Who will I tell?
- Who could you pray with for this same boldness?
Grow
Growth is God's part, not yours. Do the cycle faithfully and trust Him to give the growth (1 Corinthians 3:6–7).
Pray
God, you are the maker of everything and nothing is outside your hand. Give me boldness to speak your word, even under pressure.