Acts 6:8
Now Stephen, who was full of grace and power, was performing great wonders and signs among the people.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Acts 6:8?

2. How can we be "full of grace and power" like Stephen in Acts 6:8?

3. What role does faith play in performing "great wonders and signs" today?

4. How does Stephen's example in Acts 6:8 inspire our daily Christian witness?

5. What Old Testament figures performed "wonders and signs" similar to Stephen's in Acts 6:8?

6. How can we cultivate a spirit of grace in challenging situations?

7. How did Stephen perform "great wonders and signs" as described in Acts 6:8?

8. What is the significance of Stephen being "full of grace and power" in Acts 6:8?

9. How does Acts 6:8 challenge the belief in miracles today?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 6?

11. Acts 6:8 – Where is the historical or archaeological corroboration for Stephen’s “great wonders and signs” if these events were so extraordinary?

12. What key events shaped Stephen's life journey?

13. What is the Feast of Stephen?

14. Why was Stephen stoned according to the Bible?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Stephen's example challenge our understanding of what it means to be "full of grace and power" in our daily lives?

2. In what ways can we rely on the Holy Spirit to empower us for the tasks God has called us to, as seen in Stephen's life?

3. How do the miracles performed by Stephen and other early Christians serve as a model for how we should approach sharing the Gospel today?

4. What can we learn from Stephen's faithfulness in his initial role as a deacon about serving in the church and community?

5. How can we cultivate both grace and power in our own lives to effectively witness to those around us?1. What does the apostles' approach to resolving the complaint among the Hellenistic and Hebraic Jews teach about conflict resolution within the Church?

2. How does the appointment of the seven deacons emphasize the importance of servant leadership in the Church?

3. In what ways does Stephen's wisdom and the miraculous signs he performs demonstrate the power of the Holy Spirit?

4. How does Stephen's response to false accusations inspire your personal faith journey?

5. Why do you think the apostles believed it was important for them to focus on prayer and the ministry of the word rather than distributing food?

6. How does Stephen's wisdom exceed human wisdom, and what implications does this have for your understanding of spiritual wisdom?

7. How can the principles of conflict resolution demonstrated in this chapter be applied to contemporary Church situations?

8. How does Stephen's courage in the face of opposition encourage believers facing similar situations today?

9. How should the appointment of the seven deacons influence the Church's approach to meeting the needs of its community?

10. What qualities made Stephen an effective servant leader in the early Church?

11. In what ways do the false accusations against Stephen underscore the risks of standing for one's faith?

12. How can the Church today ensure fair treatment and justice for all its members, as demonstrated in the apostles' response to the Hellenistic Jews' complaint?

13. How does Stephen's example inspire you to serve within your own church community?

14. What can we learn from the rapid growth of the Church following the appointment of the deacons?

15. How does the opposition to Stephen's ministry demonstrate the challenges faced by those boldly proclaiming the Gospel?

16. How does the early Church’s resolution of the widows’ neglect apply to resolving inequalities in the Church today?

17. In your life, how can you demonstrate the grace and power seen in Stephen?

18. How would you respond to false accusations about your faith, as Stephen did?

19. How does the principle of appointing deacons for practical service in the Church apply to the distribution of tasks and responsibilities in your community?

20. In what ways does the example of Stephen challenge you to display wisdom and spiritual boldness in your Christian journey?

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