Acts 28:1
Once we were safely ashore, we learned that the island was called Malta.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Acts 28:1?

2. How does Acts 28:1 demonstrate God's provision and protection for believers today?

3. What can we learn from the islanders' kindness in Acts 28:1?

4. How does Acts 28:1 connect to God's faithfulness in Psalm 91:11?

5. How should we respond to unexpected situations, as seen in Acts 28:1?

6. What does Acts 28:1 teach about trusting God's plan in difficult circumstances?

7. Why did Paul and his companions end up on Malta in Acts 28:1?

8. How does Acts 28:1 demonstrate God's providence in Paul's journey?

9. What significance does the island of Malta hold in biblical history?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 28?

11. Where is Malta mentioned in the Bible?

12. Where is Malta mentioned in the Bible?

13. How do we reconcile the viper bite in Acts 28:3 with the claim that Malta has no venomous snakes?

14. How credible is the account of Paul miraculously healing many people on Malta in Acts 28:8–9 without any contemporary corroboration?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the experience of Paul on Malta demonstrate God's providence and protection in our own lives?

2. In what ways can we show hospitality and kindness to strangers, as the Maltese did to Paul and his companions?

3. How can we maintain faith and composure in the face of life's "shipwrecks" or unexpected challenges?

4. What other biblical accounts illustrate God's sovereignty and protection in difficult circumstances, and how do they encourage us today?

5. How can we apply the lessons from Paul's experience on Malta to our interactions within our communities and churches?1. How do you see God's protection manifest in Paul's journey, particularly in this final chapter?

2. How does Paul's unharmed state after the snakebite and his healing of others reflect God's power?

3. What can we learn from Paul's interaction with the locals on Malta and the Jewish leaders in Rome?

4. How does Paul's bold proclamation of the Gospel, even while under house arrest, inspire you to share your faith?

5. Despite the trials and tribulations faced by Paul, he remains unwavering in his mission. How can this encourage you in your own challenges?

6. How does the hospitality shown by the Maltese people and the Roman guard reflect the potential of human kindness, even towards strangers?

7. In what ways does the final chapter of Acts showcase the unstoppable nature of the Gospel?

8. How does Paul's journey reflect God's sovereignty in using circumstances and people for His purpose?

9. How does Paul's time on Malta demonstrate the concept of making the most of 'divine detours'?

10. How can we maintain faith and courage as Paul did in the face of uncertainty and danger?

11. How does Paul's persistent proclamation of the Gospel challenge you in your faith walk?

12. How can you live out the truth of the Gospel being unhindered in your own life?

13. How does Paul’s respect and patient explanation to the Jewish leaders in Rome demonstrate effective evangelism?

14. How can you demonstrate hospitality like the people of Malta in your own context?

15. How does Paul's ministry while under house arrest challenge our views on mission and ministry?

16. What can you learn from Paul's contentment in all circumstances as depicted in this chapter?

17. In what ways can this chapter inspire you to remain faithful, even when the circumstances are not ideal?

18. How does this chapter affect your understanding of what it means to trust God during the challenges of life?

19. How can we apply the teachings of this chapter in our current societal context?

20. In what ways can this chapter motivate you to be a better witness for Christ in your everyday life?

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