◄ Acts 15:16 ►
After this I will return and rebuild the fallen tent of David. Its ruins I will rebuild, and I will restore it, Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 15:16? 2. How does Acts 15:16 demonstrate God's plan to restore and rebuild His people? 3. What Old Testament prophecy is fulfilled in Acts 15:16? 4. How can we participate in God's restoration work mentioned in Acts 15:16? 5. How does Acts 15:16 connect to the mission of the early Church? 6. What personal steps can you take to align with God's rebuilding plan? 7. What does Acts 15:16 reveal about God's plan for rebuilding and restoring? 8. How does Acts 15:16 connect to Old Testament prophecy? 9. Why is the "tent of David" significant in Acts 15:16? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 15? 11. What does the tabernacle of David refer to? 12. What are the key themes in Zechariah's prophecies? 13. What are the key themes in the Book of Ezra? 14. What are the three biblical tabernacles? Discussion Questions 1. How does the prophecy in Amos 9:11-12, as quoted in Acts 15:16, demonstrate God's plan for the inclusion of the Gentiles? 2. In what ways does the restoration of the "tent of David" point to the work of Jesus Christ? 3. How can the decision of the Jerusalem Council in Acts 15 serve as a model for resolving conflicts within the church today? 4. What are some practical ways we can promote unity within the diverse body of Christ in our local church communities? 5. How does understanding the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies in the New Testament enhance our faith and trust in God's promises? Acts 15 Bible Study Questions 1. What are the potential dangers of imposing one's cultural practices on believers from different cultures, as seen in the dispute over circumcision? 2. How does the Jerusalem Council provide a model for resolving doctrinal disputes within the Church? 3. What can we learn from Peter's defense of the Gentile believers at the Council? 4. How does James' proposal balance the concerns of Jewish believers and the freedom of Gentile believers? 5. How does the council's letter demonstrate sensitivity and respect towards both Jewish and Gentile believers? 6. How does the response of the Gentile believers in Antioch, Syria, and Cilicia to the council's letter underscore the importance of unity in the Church? 7. What can the disagreement between Paul and Barnabas teach us about dealing with personal disputes within Christian ministry? 8. How can we apply the lessons from the Jerusalem Council to current debates within our own churches or denominations? 9. How does the council's decision reflect the work of the Holy Spirit in the early Church? 10. What strategies can we use to avoid letting personal disagreements, like the one between Paul and Barnabas, hinder our Christian mission? 11. How does Acts 15 challenge our understanding of the role of cultural practices in our faith? 12. What can we learn from the way the early Church handled disagreements and conflicts? 13. How can the council's decision influence our approach to cultural diversity within our own church communities? 14. How does the unfolding of events in this chapter demonstrate the sovereignty of God, even in times of conflict and disagreement? 15. How does the inclusivity of Gentiles in the early Church speak to issues of racial or cultural inclusion in today's Church? 16. In what ways does the decision of the Jerusalem Council demonstrate the Church's flexibility and adaptability to changing contexts? 17. How do you reconcile the directive from the Jerusalem Council with the freedom we have in Christ? 18. How can the split between Paul and Barnabas be viewed both negatively and positively? 19. What does the chapter suggest about the role of human agency and the Holy Spirit in the expansion of the Church? 20. How can we promote unity in our church communities amidst differing views and beliefs? Links Acts 15:16 NIV Acts 15:16 NLT Acts 15:16 ESV Acts 15:16 NASB Acts 15:16 KJV Acts 15:16 Commentaries Bible Hub