1. What is the meaning of Acts 7:17?

2. How does Acts 7:17 demonstrate God's faithfulness to His promises to Abraham?

3. What can we learn about God's timing from Acts 7:17?

4. How does Acts 7:17 connect to God's covenant with Abraham in Genesis 15?

5. In what ways can we trust God's promises in our lives today?

6. How should Acts 7:17 inspire our patience in waiting for God's plans?

7. How does Acts 7:17 relate to God's promise to Abraham and its fulfillment?

8. What historical evidence supports the events described in Acts 7:17?

9. How does Acts 7:17 demonstrate God's faithfulness to His covenant?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 7?

11. Who were the believers in the Old Testament?

12. What does the term 'Promised Land' refer to?

13. Why does Stephen cite a 400-year period in Acts 7:6 when Exodus 12:40 indicates 430 years of Israelite bondage?

14. Why does Hebrews 7 establish a priesthood 'in the order of Melchizedek' (Hebrews 7:17), which appears to undermine the Levitical priesthood mandated in the Old Testament?1. How does the multiplication of the Israelites in Egypt demonstrate God's faithfulness to His promise to Abraham?

2. In what ways can we see God's hand at work in difficult circumstances, similar to the Israelites' experience in Egypt?

3. How can we apply the principle of trusting in God's timing to our own lives and situations today?

4. What are some promises of God that you are currently holding onto, and how can you strengthen your faith in His fulfillment of them?

5. How does the account of the Israelites in Egypt encourage us to focus on spiritual growth and multiplication in our own communities?1. How does Stephen's recounting of Israel's history emphasize God's faithfulness and sovereignty?

2. What can we learn from Stephen's courage when facing religious opposition?

3. How does Stephen's speech critique the religious leaders of his time?

4. How does Stephen's vision of Jesus impact your understanding of Jesus' role in the believer's life?

5. Why does Stephen choose to recount the history of Israel as his defense?

6. In what ways does Stephen's martyrdom exemplify his faithfulness to the Gospel?

7. What is the significance of Saul's presence at Stephen's stoning?

8. How does Stephen's prayer as he is being stoned reflect his Christlike character?

9. What parallels and contrasts can you draw between Stephen's death and Jesus' crucifixion?

10. How does Stephen's account of Israel's history tie in with the charges he was facing?

11. How does this chapter challenge your own faith and commitment to Christ?

12. How does Stephen's response to persecution inform your approach to conflict and opposition today?

13. How might Stephen's speech to the religious leaders inform our approach to speaking truth to power?

14. How does Stephen's Christlike plea for forgiveness at his death inspire you in your own relationships?

15. What lessons can you draw from the reactions of the members of the Sanhedrin?

16. How does Stephen model for modern believers the right response when falsely accused?

17. In what ways does Stephen's speech and subsequent death illuminate the cost of following Jesus?

18. How does Stephen's perspective on death offer comfort and hope for believers facing persecution today?

19. How can Stephen's boldness inspire your personal witness?

20. How can you apply the lessons of Stephen's life and death in your day-to-day living and interaction with others?

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