Acts 26:29
"Short time or long," Paul replied, "I wish to God that not only you but all who hear me this day may become what I am, except for these chains."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Acts 26:29?

2. How can we emulate Paul's desire for others to "become as I am"?

3. What does Acts 26:29 teach about witnessing to non-believers?

4. How does Paul's response connect with Jesus' command in Matthew 28:19-20?

5. In what ways can we pray for others to know Christ like Paul did?

6. How can Acts 26:29 inspire us to share our faith more boldly?

7. What does Acts 26:29 reveal about Paul's commitment to spreading Christianity?

8. How does Acts 26:29 challenge modern Christians to share their faith?

9. What historical context surrounds Paul's statement in Acts 26:29?

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

11. Can women teach in church? (1 Timothy 2:12 vs. Acts 18:26)

12. Why does Paul in Romans 13 emphasize obedience to secular powers when other New Testament texts (e.g., Acts 5:29) suggest obeying God rather than human authorities?

13. In Acts 16:22-26, how could an earthquake open all the prison doors and unfasten everyone's chains without inflicting any apparent damage or injury?

14. How does Galatians 3:28's declaration of unity erase cultural, gender, and social distinctions that still seem to persist in both biblical and modern contexts?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Paul's attitude in Acts 26:29 challenge our perspective on sharing the gospel in difficult circumstances?

2. In what ways can we use our personal testimonies to witness to others, as Paul did before King Agrippa?

3. How can we cultivate a desire for others' salvation similar to Paul's wish for his listeners in Acts 26:29?

4. What are some practical ways to find joy and hope in Christ, even when facing trials or "chains" in our own lives?

5. How can we apply Paul's example of boldness in witnessing to our own interactions with people in positions of authority or influence?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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