1. What is the meaning of Acts 13:20?

2. How does Acts 13:20 highlight God's sovereignty in appointing judges for Israel?

3. What lessons can we learn from Israel's history of judges in Acts 13:20?

4. How does Acts 13:20 connect to God's covenant promises in the Old Testament?

5. How can we apply the leadership principles from Acts 13:20 in our lives?

6. What does Acts 13:20 teach about God's patience and guidance over centuries?

7. How does Acts 13:20 align with historical records of Israel's judges?

8. Why does Acts 13:20 mention 450 years for the judges' period?

9. What theological significance does the period of judges hold in Acts 13:20?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 13?

11. What guidance does the Bible offer for decision making?

12. What does the Bible teach about lust?

13. Acts 13:19–20: Why does Paul’s recounting of Israel’s history (a 450-year period) seem to conflict with Old Testament timelines?

14. How do we reconcile the setting up of a carved image in Judges 18:31 with the strict prohibition against idolatry found elsewhere in the Old Testament?1. How does the period of the judges reflect God's character in terms of patience and justice?

2. In what ways can we see the cycle of sin and redemption in our own lives, and how can we break free from it?

3. How does the role of Samuel as a prophet and judge inform our understanding of leadership in the church today?

4. What lessons can we learn from the transition from judges to monarchy about adapting to change in our spiritual journey?

5. How can we apply the faithfulness of God during the 450 years of judges to our current life situations and challenges?1. What does the commissioning of Barnabas and Saul teach us about the role of the Holy Spirit in ministry?

2. How does the confrontation with Elymas the sorcerer showcase the power of God and the consequences of opposing His work?

3. How does Paul's sermon in the synagogue of Pisidia reflect on his understanding of the Old Testament and its fulfillment in Christ?

4. How do we see the theme of Jewish opposition and Gentile acceptance of the Gospel unfold in this chapter?

5. How does Paul and Barnabas' response to persecution inspire us to handle opposition today?

6. What can we learn from the way Paul and Barnabas continuously delivered the message of the Gospel despite the challenges they faced?

7. How does the missionary work in this chapter broaden your understanding of spreading the Gospel?

8. How can Paul and Barnabas' determination to preach the Word of God inspire you in your faith journey?

9. How does the story of Sergius Paulus' conversion underscore the transformative power of the Gospel?

10. How does the boldness of Paul and Barnabas in the face of persecution influence your own courage to share your faith?

11. What lessons can we draw from the way Paul and Barnabas relied on the Holy Spirit throughout their missionary journey?

12. How does the departure of John Mark from the missionary team challenge us to commit wholeheartedly to God's calling?

13. What does the believers' joy in Pisidia teach us about the reception of the Gospel?

14. How can Paul's sermon help us understand the significance of the Old Testament in revealing the Gospel?

15. How does the interaction between Paul, Barnabas, and Elymas challenge you to confront falsehood?

16. In what ways does the Jews' rejection of the Gospel reflect on the hardness of human hearts?

17. How does the Gospel's acceptance among the Gentiles in Pisidia challenge the Church's outreach today?

18. How do you understand the significance of the phrase "continue in the grace of God" in your life?

19. How does the portrayal of the Gentile's joy at hearing the Gospel challenge our own reception of God's word?

20. What does Paul and Barnabas shaking the dust off their feet symbolize, and how can this action speak to us when facing rejection?

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