1. What is the meaning of Acts 13:34?

2. How does Acts 13:34 affirm God's promise of "holy and sure blessings"?

3. What does the resurrection in Acts 13:34 reveal about Jesus' divine authority?

4. How does Isaiah 55:3 connect with the promise in Acts 13:34?

5. How can we apply the assurance of God's promises in our daily lives?

6. What role does Jesus' resurrection play in understanding God's faithfulness to His promises?

7. What does Acts 13:34 mean by "the holy and sure blessings of David"?

8. How does Acts 13:34 support the resurrection of Jesus?

9. Why is the promise to David significant in Acts 13:34?

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

11. In Isaiah 55:3, how can the everlasting covenant with David still hold significance after Israel’s monarchy ended historically?

12. Proverbs 16:4 states God made everything for its purpose, even the wicked for a day of disaster--doesn't this suggest a divine origin for evil, conflicting with the idea of a just and loving God?

13. Does the violent imagery in Psalm 59:13 conflict with the Bible's broader moral teachings on mercy and forgiveness?

14. Why does this passage depict God inflicting a fatal bowel disease on Jehoram (2 Chronicles 21:18-19) instead of using more merciful methods?1. How does the resurrection of Jesus affirm the reliability of God's promises, as seen in Acts 13:34?

2. In what ways does the fulfillment of the "holy and sure blessings promised to David" impact our understanding of Jesus' role in God's plan?

3. How can the power of the resurrection influence our daily lives and decisions as believers?

4. What connections can you find between the promises made to David and the New Testament teachings about Jesus?

5. How does the assurance of never seeing decay, as mentioned in Acts 13:34, provide hope and encouragement in facing life's 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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