Acts 26:15
Who are You, Lord?' I asked. 'I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting,' the Lord replied.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Acts 26:15?

2. How does Acts 26:15 reveal Jesus' identity to Saul and to us today?

3. What can we learn from Saul's response to Jesus in Acts 26:15?

4. How does Acts 26:15 connect to Jesus' authority in Matthew 28:18?

5. How can we apply Saul's transformation in Acts 26:15 to our lives?

6. What does Acts 26:15 teach about recognizing Jesus' voice in our lives?

7. Who is speaking in Acts 26:15, and to whom is the message directed?

8. How does Acts 26:15 contribute to understanding Jesus' identity?

9. What is the significance of Jesus revealing Himself in Acts 26:15?

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

11. Why does the Book of Acts contradict Paul's letters in describing his conversion?

12. What does the Bible say about converting persecution?

13. Could the dialog between Paul, Festus, and Agrippa in Acts 25:23–27 be a later literary construction designed to enhance Paul’s standing, rather than a factual historical record?

14. Is Paul’s reported encounter and voice from heaven in Acts 26:14–15 verifiable, or merely subjective experience?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Paul's encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus challenge our understanding of conversion and transformation?

2. In what ways does Jesus' statement, "I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting," impact our view of the relationship between Christ and His Church?

3. Reflect on a time when you experienced a significant change in your life. How can Paul's account encourage you in your journey of faith?

4. How can we apply Paul's boldness in sharing his testimony to our own lives, especially in challenging situations?

5. What steps can you take to better understand and fulfill God's purpose for your life, as Paul did after his conversion?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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