And Agrippa said to Festus, "This man could have been released if he had not appealed to Caesar." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 26:32? 2. How does Acts 26:32 illustrate God's sovereignty in Paul's legal circumstances? 3. What can we learn about justice from Agrippa's statement in Acts 26:32? 4. How does Acts 26:32 connect with Romans 8:28 about God's purpose? 5. How should believers respond when facing unjust situations, as seen in Acts 26:32? 6. What role does patience play in trusting God's plan, according to Acts 26:32? 7. Why did Agrippa say Paul could have been set free if he had not appealed to Caesar? 8. How does Acts 26:32 reflect on the justice system of ancient Rome? 9. What does Acts 26:32 reveal about Paul's understanding of his mission and destiny? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 26? 11. Who was Herod Agrippa II? 12. How reliable is Luke’s account of Paul’s defense in Acts 26:30–32, given the limited external historical corroboration? 13. Why does Festus, mentioned in Acts 25:9-11, appear to rely so heavily on the Jewish leaders' accusations instead of conducting a thorough investigation himself? 14. Who was Porcius Festus in biblical history? Discussion Questions 1. How does Paul's appeal to Caesar demonstrate his understanding of both his legal rights and God's sovereignty?2. In what ways can we, like Paul, use our circumstances to advance the gospel, even when facing trials or injustices? 3. How does the interaction between Agrippa and Festus illustrate the complexity of human justice systems, and what can we learn about God's justice from this? 4. Reflect on a time when you had to wait for God's timing. How did that experience strengthen your faith, and how can it encourage others? 5. How can we pray for and support those in authority, as seen in the interactions between Paul, Agrippa, and Festus, to ensure justice and righteousness in our communities?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 26:32 NIVActs 26:32 NLT Acts 26:32 ESV Acts 26:32 NASB Acts 26:32 KJV Acts 26:32 Commentaries Bible Hub |



