◄ Acts 13:15 ►
After the reading from the Law and the Prophets, the synagogue leaders sent word to them: "Brothers, if you have a word of encouragement for the people, please speak." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 13:15? 2. How does Acts 13:15 encourage us to share God's Word in gatherings? 3. What role does the "word of encouragement" play in church services today? 4. How can we prepare to speak when given opportunities like in Acts 13:15? 5. Connect Acts 13:15 with 2 Timothy 4:2 on preaching the Word. 6. How can we apply Acts 13:15 to our personal Bible study groups? 7. What is the significance of the synagogue setting in Acts 13:15 for early Christian preaching? 8. How does Acts 13:15 reflect the relationship between Jews and early Christians? 9. Why were Paul and Barnabas invited to speak in Acts 13:15? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 13? 11. What was a synagogue ruler's role in the Bible? 12. What does being free in Christ mean? 13. What is the Bible's stance on usury? 14. In Acts 24:10-15, Paul insists he adheres to Jewish tradition while also preaching resurrection; how does this align with his earlier conflicts over the Law? Discussion Questions 1. How does the practice of reading from the Law and the Prophets in the synagogue inform our understanding of the importance of Scripture in worship today? 2. In what ways can we be open to new teachings and messages that align with the Gospel, as the synagogue leaders were open to hearing from Paul and Barnabas? 3. How can we actively encourage and exhort one another in our faith communities, following the example of Paul and Barnabas? 4. What responsibilities do church leaders have in facilitating the reading and teaching of Scripture in our congregations? 5. How does the continuity between the Old Testament readings and the New Testament message of the Gospel strengthen our faith in God's unchanging plan? Acts 13 Bible Study Questions 1. What does the commissioning of Barnabas and Saul teach us about the role of the Holy Spirit in ministry? 2. How does the confrontation with Elymas the sorcerer showcase the power of God and the consequences of opposing His work? 3. How does Paul's sermon in the synagogue of Pisidia reflect on his understanding of the Old Testament and its fulfillment in Christ? 4. How do we see the theme of Jewish opposition and Gentile acceptance of the Gospel unfold in this chapter? 5. How does Paul and Barnabas' response to persecution inspire us to handle opposition today? 6. What can we learn from the way Paul and Barnabas continuously delivered the message of the Gospel despite the challenges they faced? 7. How does the missionary work in this chapter broaden your understanding of spreading the Gospel? 8. How can Paul and Barnabas' determination to preach the Word of God inspire you in your faith journey? 9. How does the story of Sergius Paulus' conversion underscore the transformative power of the Gospel? 10. How does the boldness of Paul and Barnabas in the face of persecution influence your own courage to share your faith? 11. What lessons can we draw from the way Paul and Barnabas relied on the Holy Spirit throughout their missionary journey? 12. How does the departure of John Mark from the missionary team challenge us to commit wholeheartedly to God's calling? 13. What does the believers' joy in Pisidia teach us about the reception of the Gospel? 14. How can Paul's sermon help us understand the significance of the Old Testament in revealing the Gospel? 15. How does the interaction between Paul, Barnabas, and Elymas challenge you to confront falsehood? 16. In what ways does the Jews' rejection of the Gospel reflect on the hardness of human hearts? 17. How does the Gospel's acceptance among the Gentiles in Pisidia challenge the Church's outreach today? 18. How do you understand the significance of the phrase "continue in the grace of God" in your life? 19. How does the portrayal of the Gentile's joy at hearing the Gospel challenge our own reception of God's word? 20. What does Paul and Barnabas shaking the dust off their feet symbolize, and how can this action speak to us when facing rejection? Links Acts 13:15 NIV Acts 13:15 NLT Acts 13:15 ESV Acts 13:15 NASB Acts 13:15 KJV Acts 13:15 Commentaries Bible Hub