◄ Acts 9:28 ►
So Saul stayed with them, moving about freely in Jerusalem and speaking boldly in the name of the Lord. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 9:28? 2. How can we "move about freely" in sharing the Gospel today? 3. What does Acts 9:28 teach about boldness in proclaiming Jesus' name? 4. How does Paul's transformation in Acts 9 inspire personal spiritual growth? 5. Connect Paul's boldness in Acts 9:28 to Ephesians 6:19-20 on speaking fearlessly. 6. How can we apply Paul's courage in Acts 9:28 to our daily lives? 7. How does Acts 9:28 demonstrate the transformation of Saul's character and mission? 8. What historical evidence supports Saul's bold preaching in Jerusalem as described in Acts 9:28? 9. How does Acts 9:28 challenge modern Christians to live out their faith boldly? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 9? 11. Why does the Book of Acts contradict Paul's letters in describing his conversion? 12. If necromancy is condemned (Deut. 18:9-12), how can 1 Samuel 28:7-25 portray Saul successfully consulting a medium? 13. In Galatians 1:19, Paul mentions meeting only James, yet Acts 9 suggests he encountered other apostles; which account is correct? 14. What happened during Saul's Damascus Road conversion? Discussion Questions 1. How does Saul's boldness in Acts 9:28 inspire you to share your faith in your own community? 2. In what ways can you be like Barnabas, supporting and encouraging new believers in their faith journey? 3. Reflect on a time when you had to overcome fear or prejudice to accept someone into your community. How does this relate to the disciples' acceptance of Saul? 4. How can you ensure that your actions and words are done "in the name of the Lord" in your daily life? 5. Consider the transformation in Saul's life. What areas of your life do you feel need transformation through Christ, and how can you pursue this change? Acts 9 Bible Study Questions 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? Links Acts 9:28 NIV Acts 9:28 NLT Acts 9:28 ESV Acts 9:28 NASB Acts 9:28 KJV Acts 9:28 Commentaries Bible Hub