◄ Acts 10:32 ►
Therefore send to Joppa for Simon, who is called Peter. He is a guest in the home of Simon the tanner, by the sea.' Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 10:32? 2. How does Acts 10:32 demonstrate God's guidance in seeking His will today? 3. What role does obedience play in Acts 10:32 and our daily lives? 4. How can we apply Peter's example in Acts 10:32 to our evangelism efforts? 5. How does Acts 10:32 connect with Jesus' command to make disciples of all nations? 6. In what ways can we be more receptive to God's instructions like Peter? 7. What is the significance of Peter being summoned in Acts 10:32? 8. How does Acts 10:32 challenge traditional Jewish dietary laws? 9. Why is Cornelius's vision important in the context of Acts 10:32? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 10? 11. Who was Simon the Tanner in the Bible? 12. Why is there no archaeological or historical record confirming the exact location or the nature of Peter's vision (Acts 11)? 13. If Leviticus 11 is God's eternal command, why does Acts 10:9-16 appear to contradict these dietary laws? 14. What is Joppa's significance in the Bible? Discussion Questions 1. How does Cornelius' character and actions prior to Peter's visit reflect his openness to God's work in his life? 2. What significance does Peter's stay with Simon the tanner have in the context of Jewish purity laws, and how does this relate to the broader message of Acts 10? 3. How does the vision given to Cornelius and the subsequent events challenge the early church's understanding of who can be included in God's family? 4. In what ways can we apply the principle of breaking cultural and religious barriers in our own communities today? 5. How do the events of Acts 10 encourage us to be attentive to God's guidance and direction in our personal and communal lives? Acts 10 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the account of Cornelius and Peter's visions illustrate the theme of divine intervention and revelation? 2. What significance do Peter’s and Cornelius’ visions hold in the context of the expansion of the Gospel to the Gentiles? 3. How does Peter's interaction with Cornelius challenge the societal and religious norms of his time? 4. In today's context, what are some ways we can challenge and overcome cultural or societal barriers to spread the Gospel? 5. What does the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the Gentiles imply about God’s acceptance of all people? 6. How does Peter's obedience to the Spirit's instruction demonstrate his faith and surrender to God's will? 7. How does Cornelius' character and his acceptance of the Gospel message challenge our biases and preconceived notions about people from different cultures or religions? 8. Why was the acceptance of Gentiles into the church significant in early Christian history? 9. How can we apply the lesson of inclusion and acceptance from Acts 10 in our daily lives? 10. How does Peter's sermon to the Gentiles help you understand the essence of the Gospel? 11. What does Peter mean when he says, "God does not show favoritism but accepts from every nation the one who fears him and does what is right" (Acts 10:34-35)? 12. How does the concept of equality in God's eyes challenge the way we perceive and interact with others? 13. How do the reactions of the Jewish believers to the Holy Spirit falling on the Gentiles reflect on their understanding of God's plan? 14. How does the story of Cornelius encourage believers to remain faithful and prayerful? 15. In what ways does the baptism of the Gentiles symbolize the breaking of religious and cultural barriers? 16. How does this chapter influence your understanding of God’s willingness to accept all who come to Him? 17. What can we learn from the hospitality and respect Cornelius showed to Peter and his companions? 18. How does the conversion of Cornelius and his household reflect on the power of collective faith? 19. How can Peter's willingness to learn, understand, and change be a model for us today when facing new perspectives? 20. How does Acts 10 challenge your current understanding of inclusivity and acceptance in the faith community? Links Acts 10:32 NIV Acts 10:32 NLT Acts 10:32 ESV Acts 10:32 NASB Acts 10:32 KJV Acts 10:32 Commentaries Bible Hub