Acts 15:10
Now then, why do you test God by placing on the necks of the disciples a yoke that neither we nor our fathers have been able to bear?
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Acts 15:10?

2. How does Acts 15:10 challenge us to avoid legalistic burdens in faith?

3. What does "placing a yoke" in Acts 15:10 symbolize in Christian life?

4. How can Acts 15:10 guide us in understanding grace versus law today?

5. How does Acts 15:10 connect with Jesus' teachings on burdens in Matthew 11:28-30?

6. How can we apply Acts 15:10 to promote unity within the church?

7. Why did Peter refer to the law as a yoke in Acts 15:10?

8. How does Acts 15:10 challenge the necessity of Old Testament law for salvation?

9. What historical context led to the debate in Acts 15:10?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 15?

11. What does Christian legalism mean?

12. Am I ready to be sent?

13. What insights does Volume 22 offer on spiritual journeys?

14. Is Paul a false prophet?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding the historical context of the Jerusalem Council help us interpret Acts 15:10?

2. In what ways might we be tempted to "test God" by imposing modern-day "yokes" on ourselves or others?

3. How can we apply the principle of freedom in Christ to our daily lives, especially in areas where we might feel bound by legalism?

4. What are some practical steps we can take to promote unity within the church while respecting diverse backgrounds and traditions?

5. How do the teachings in Acts 15:10 challenge us to rely on grace rather than our own efforts for salvation?1. What are the potential dangers of imposing one's cultural practices on believers from different cultures, as seen in the dispute over circumcision?

2. How does the Jerusalem Council provide a model for resolving doctrinal disputes within the Church?

3. What can we learn from Peter's defense of the Gentile believers at the Council?

4. How does James' proposal balance the concerns of Jewish believers and the freedom of Gentile believers?

5. How does the council's letter demonstrate sensitivity and respect towards both Jewish and Gentile believers?

6. How does the response of the Gentile believers in Antioch, Syria, and Cilicia to the council's letter underscore the importance of unity in the Church?

7. What can the disagreement between Paul and Barnabas teach us about dealing with personal disputes within Christian ministry?

8. How can we apply the lessons from the Jerusalem Council to current debates within our own churches or denominations?

9. How does the council's decision reflect the work of the Holy Spirit in the early Church?

10. What strategies can we use to avoid letting personal disagreements, like the one between Paul and Barnabas, hinder our Christian mission?

11. How does Acts 15 challenge our understanding of the role of cultural practices in our faith?

12. What can we learn from the way the early Church handled disagreements and conflicts?

13. How can the council's decision influence our approach to cultural diversity within our own church communities?

14. How does the unfolding of events in this chapter demonstrate the sovereignty of God, even in times of conflict and disagreement?

15. How does the inclusivity of Gentiles in the early Church speak to issues of racial or cultural inclusion in today's Church?

16. In what ways does the decision of the Jerusalem Council demonstrate the Church's flexibility and adaptability to changing contexts?

17. How do you reconcile the directive from the Jerusalem Council with the freedom we have in Christ?

18. How can the split between Paul and Barnabas be viewed both negatively and positively?

19. What does the chapter suggest about the role of human agency and the Holy Spirit in the expansion of the Church?

20. How can we promote unity in our church communities amidst differing views and beliefs?

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