Acts 20:33
I have not coveted anyone's silver or gold or clothing.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Acts 20:33?

2. How does Acts 20:33 encourage contentment with what God provides us?

3. What does Paul's example in Acts 20:33 teach about material desires?

4. How can we apply Paul's attitude in Acts 20:33 to our lives today?

5. Which other scriptures emphasize living without coveting others' possessions?

6. How does Acts 20:33 challenge modern views on wealth and success?

7. What does Acts 20:33 reveal about Paul's attitude towards material wealth?

8. How does Acts 20:33 challenge modern Christian views on prosperity?

9. Why does Paul emphasize not coveting in Acts 20:33?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 20?

11. What did Peter mean by lacking silver and gold?

12. Numbers 7:1-3: How could the Israelites, while wandering in the wilderness, assemble such large quantities of metals and animals for offerings?

13. Psalm 105:37 describes the Israelites leaving Egypt with silver and gold, yet Egyptian records of a mass exodus are scarce. How do we account for this discrepancy?

14. Did God command stealing? (Exodus 20:15 vs. Exodus 3:22)
Discussion Questions
1. How does Paul’s statement in Acts 20:33 reflect his overall approach to ministry, and what can we learn from it about serving others?

2. In what ways can we apply Paul’s example of not coveting to our own lives, especially in a culture that often values material wealth?

3. How does the commandment against coveting in Exodus 20:17 relate to Paul’s declaration in Acts 20:33, and what does this teach us about God’s expectations for our desires?

4. What are some practical steps we can take to cultivate contentment in our lives, as Paul describes in Philippians 4:11-13?

5. How can we ensure that our motivations in serving others are pure and not influenced by a desire for personal gain, as demonstrated by Paul in his ministry?1. How does Paul's journey through Macedonia and Greece demonstrate his commitment to church-building?

2. What does the resurrection of Eutychus reveal about the power of God working through Paul?

3. How can we emulate Paul's dedication, seen in his all-night teaching in Troas?

4. What does Paul's farewell speech to the Ephesian elders teach us about Christian leadership?

5. How can Paul's predictions of hardships and trials equip us for our own faith journey?

6. What strategies does Paul suggest to guard against false teachings within the church?

7. How does Paul model reliance on God and His word during uncertain times?

8. In what ways does this chapter underscore the importance of community in Christianity?

9. How does Paul's farewell illustrate the emotional investment involved in spiritual mentorship?

10. How can we prepare ourselves and our communities for the inevitable challenges in our faith journeys?

11. How does Acts 20 inspire us to serve God and His people selflessly?

12. How should we handle the distressing task of bidding farewell, as Paul does with the Ephesian elders?

13. How can we discern and warn against false teachings within our current religious context?

14. How does Paul's experience relate to the notion of surrendering to God's will, especially in challenging circumstances?

15. What role does prayer play in strengthening and encouraging communities, as seen in Paul's interaction with the Ephesian elders?

16. How does the story of Eutychus's resurrection encourage us amidst seemingly hopeless situations?

17. How can we respond when confronted with loss or the departure of a spiritual leader, like the Ephesian elders faced with Paul's departure?

18. How does this chapter challenge our understanding of sacrifice in the name of ministry?

19. How can we balance the call to serve with the call to guard our faith, as seen in Paul's ministry and warning?

20. What does Paul's journey teach us about facing adversity with courage and faith in our daily lives?

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