◄ Acts 7:6 ►
God told him that his descendants would be foreigners in a strange land, and that they would be enslaved and mistreated four hundred years. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 7:6? 2. How does Acts 7:6 illustrate God's sovereignty in Israel's history? 3. What lessons can we learn from Israel's 400-year period of oppression? 4. How does Acts 7:6 connect to God's promise to Abraham in Genesis? 5. How can we trust God's timing when facing personal trials and challenges? 6. What role does patience play in fulfilling God's promises in our lives? 7. What does Acts 7:6 reveal about God's plan for the Israelites' future? 8. How does Acts 7:6 align with God's covenant promises to Abraham? 9. Why did God allow the Israelites to be enslaved for 400 years in Acts 7:6? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 7? 11. Why does Stephen cite a 400-year period in Acts 7:6 when Exodus 12:40 indicates 430 years of Israelite bondage? 12. What is the significance of 400 years in Egypt? 13. What was the Synagogue of the Freedmen? 14. Acts 13:19–20: Why does Paul’s recounting of Israel’s history (a 450-year period) seem to conflict with Old Testament timelines? Discussion Questions 1. How does the prophecy given to Abraham in Genesis 15:13-14 relate to the events described in Acts 7:6? 2. What can we learn about God's character from the fulfillment of His promise regarding the Israelites' enslavement and eventual deliverance? 3. In what ways can the Israelites' experience in Egypt encourage us in our own times of trial and waiting? 4. How does understanding the historical context of Acts 7:6 enhance our appreciation of Stephen's speech before the Sanhedrin? 5. How can we apply the lessons of faith and endurance from Acts 7:6 to our personal lives and current challenges? Acts 7 Bible Study Questions 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? Links Acts 7:6 NIV Acts 7:6 NLT Acts 7:6 ESV Acts 7:6 NASB Acts 7:6 KJV Acts 7:6 Commentaries Bible Hub