"King Agrippa, I consider myself fortunate to stand before you today to defend myself against all the accusations of the Jews, Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 26:2? 2. How does Paul's defense in Acts 26:2 inspire confidence in sharing our faith? 3. What can we learn from Paul's respectful approach to authority in Acts 26:2? 4. How does Acts 26:2 connect with 1 Peter 3:15 about giving a defense? 5. How can we prepare to defend our faith as Paul did in Acts 26:2? 6. What role does gratitude play in our witness, as seen in Acts 26:2? 7. How does Acts 26:2 demonstrate Paul's respect for authority despite his imprisonment? 8. What does Acts 26:2 reveal about Paul's confidence in his mission? 9. How does Acts 26:2 reflect the theme of divine purpose in adversity? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 26? 11. Why does Acts record different versions of Paul's conversion story? 12. If Christians are supposed to love their enemies, why do they often engage in culture wars? 13. Who was Porcius Festus in biblical history? 14. How reliable is Luke's account of Paul's defense in Acts 26:30-32, given the limited external historical corroboration? Discussion Questions 1. How does Paul's respectful approach to King Agrippa serve as a model for how we should engage with those in authority or those who oppose us?2. In what ways can we see God's providence in Paul's trial, and how can we apply this understanding to our own difficult situations? 3. How does Paul's preparedness to defend his faith challenge us to be ready to share our own testimonies? 4. What can we learn from Paul's ability to tailor his message to his audience, and how can this be applied in our own efforts to share the Gospel? 5. How does Paul's situation in Acts 26:2 relate to the encouragement found in Philippians 1:12-14 about the advancement of the Gospel through trials?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? Links Acts 26:2 NIVActs 26:2 NLT Acts 26:2 ESV Acts 26:2 NASB Acts 26:2 KJV Acts 26:2 Commentaries Bible Hub |



