Acts 9:15
"Go!" said the Lord. "This man is My chosen instrument to carry My name before the Gentiles and their kings, and before the people of Israel.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Acts 9:15?

2. How does Acts 9:15 demonstrate God's sovereignty in choosing His instruments for service?

3. What can we learn from God's choice of Saul as a "chosen instrument"?

4. How does Saul's mission to "Gentiles, kings, and Israelites" connect to the Great Commission?

5. In what ways can we be "chosen instruments" for God's purposes today?

6. How does understanding God's plan for Saul encourage us in our own faith journey?

7. Why did God choose Saul as His instrument in Acts 9:15 despite his past persecution of Christians?

8. How does Acts 9:15 demonstrate God's sovereignty in choosing leaders for His purpose?

9. What does Acts 9:15 reveal about God's ability to transform lives?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 9?

11. Why was Saul chosen as a vessel by God?

12. 2 Corinthians 13:9–10 – Does Paul’s apparent confidence in exercising authority over believers conflict with other biblical texts emphasizing humility and service?

13. What does "weaker vessel" mean in 1 Peter 3:7?

14. What defines a Christian minister?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the transformation of Saul challenge our perceptions of who can be used by God for His purposes?

2. In what ways can we, like Ananias, overcome our fears to obey God's calling in our lives?

3. How does Saul's mission to the Gentiles and kings reflect the Great Commission given by Jesus in Matthew 28:19-20?

4. What are some practical ways we can carry the name of Jesus to diverse groups of people in our own communities?

5. How does understanding our identity in Christ as "chosen instruments" impact the way we live and share our faith daily?1. How does Saul's dramatic conversion illustrate the power of God's grace?

2. What was the significance of Ananias' role in Saul's conversion?

3. Saul was known and feared for his persecution of Christians. How did the disciples in Damascus and Jerusalem overcome their fear and accept him?

4. In today's context, how can we learn to accept and forgive someone who has previously harmed or persecuted us or our community, like Saul?

5. What does Saul's immediate action to preach in Damascus tell us about the transformation of his faith?

6. Can you relate to the fear and doubt Ananias experienced when asked to meet Saul? How might you react in a similar situation?

7. How do Peter's miracles of healing Aeneas and raising Tabitha from the dead demonstrate the power of faith?

8. How does the reaction of people to Peter's miracles (conversion to Christianity) relate to the spread of faith today?

9. How do the events in Acts 9 encourage us to respond when faced with disbelief or persecution?

10. What do these accounts teach us about God’s power to use anyone, even those who seem most unlikely, for His purposes?

11. How can you apply the theme of forgiveness and transformation found in Acts 9 to your own life?

12. How does this chapter reinforce the importance of faith, obedience, and courage in the face of adversity?

13. In what ways does the transformation of Saul/Paul give hope to those who feel they are beyond redemption?

14. Saul's life changed drastically after his conversion. In what ways can a personal encounter with God change our lives?

15. How might the stories of Saul's conversion and Peter's miracles impact the way we share our faith with others?

16. What does the chapter tell us about God's plans and timing, and how we should respond to them?

17. How do the events in this chapter encourage us to boldly proclaim our faith even in the face of danger?

18. What lessons can we draw from the disciples' initial fear and ultimate acceptance of Saul?

19. How can we apply the lessons from Saul’s conversion and Peter’s miracles in our daily lives?

20. How does Acts 9 challenge your current understanding of faith, forgiveness, and transformation?

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