Acts 26:14
We all fell to the ground, and I heard a voice say to me in Hebrew, 'Saul, Saul, why do you persecute Me? It is hard for you to kick against the goads.'
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Acts 26:14?

2. How does Acts 26:14 reveal God's personal call in our lives today?

3. Why does Jesus ask, "Why do you persecute Me?" in Acts 26:14?

4. How can Paul's experience in Acts 26:14 guide our spiritual transformation?

5. What does "kicking against the goads" teach about resisting God's will?

6. How does Acts 26:14 connect with Jesus' teachings on persecution in John 15:20?

7. Why did Jesus speak to Saul in Aramaic in Acts 26:14?

8. What is the significance of "kicking against the goads" in Acts 26:14?

9. How does Acts 26:14 relate to the concept of divine intervention?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 26?

11. Is Paul’s reported encounter and voice from heaven in Acts 26:14–15 verifiable, or merely subjective experience?

12. What does "Kick Against the Pricks" mean?

13. What were Apostle Paul's missionary journeys?

14. When Paul saw the light he fell to the ground. Did his traveling companions also fall to the ground? Yes (Acts 26:14) No (Acts 9:7)
Discussion Questions
1. How does Saul's encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus challenge our understanding of who can be used by God for His purposes?

2. In what ways might we be "kicking against the goads" in our own lives, resisting God's direction or calling?

3. How does Paul's transformation from persecutor to apostle encourage us in our own spiritual journeys and struggles?

4. What does this passage teach us about the relationship between Jesus and His followers, especially in the context of persecution?

5. How can we apply the lessons from Saul's conversion to our approach in sharing the Gospel with others who may seem resistant or hostile?1. How does Paul’s personal testimony of transformation by Christ inspire your own faith journey?

2. In what ways does Paul’s boldness in sharing his faith challenge you in your personal evangelism?

3. How can Paul’s appeal to Old Testament prophecies help us understand the continuity of God’s plan of salvation?

4. Why was Festus’s response to Paul’s testimony negative, and what does it teach us about presenting the Gospel in a society that might think it is foolishness?

5. What lessons can we glean from Paul’s appeal to Agrippa's knowledge of Jewish history and prophecies?

6. How does Paul’s response to Festus’s accusation of madness exemplify the believer's response to the world's misunderstanding of the Christian faith?

7. What does Agrippa's response to Paul's appeal say about the challenge of turning intellectual acknowledgment of the Gospel into personal commitment?

8. How does Paul’s wish for all to become like him, apart from his chains, inspire you in your own aspirations for those who hear the Gospel?

9. How does Paul's demeanor throughout his trial and testimony inspire you in your approach to trials?

10. How does Paul's story show the power of a personal testimony in sharing the Gospel message?

11. What can we learn from Paul's approach to evangelism when speaking to individuals with different cultural, religious, or social backgrounds?

12. How does this chapter show the important role of the Holy Spirit in evangelism?

13. How can we ensure that we're prepared to give an account of our faith, as Paul was, in unexpected situations?

14. What challenges do you anticipate if you were to share your testimony to others and how would you handle them?

15. What are the essential elements to include in your personal testimony, as evidenced by Paul's testimony in this chapter?

16. How does the transformation Paul experienced serve as evidence for the resurrection of Christ?

17. How can we cultivate the same level of boldness and courage that Paul demonstrates in this chapter?

18. How does Paul model the call to be "in the world but not of the world"?

19. How might Paul's approach in sharing his testimony change if he were sharing it in today's world?

20. What part of Paul's message in this chapter resonates most with you, and how can you apply it in your life?

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