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Who are You, Lord?' I asked. 'I am Jesus of Nazareth, whom you are persecuting,' He replied. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 22:8? 2. How does Acts 22:8 reveal Jesus' identity and authority to Paul? 3. What can we learn from Paul's response to Jesus in Acts 22:8? 4. How does Acts 22:8 connect with Paul's transformation in Acts 9? 5. How should recognizing Jesus' voice impact our daily decision-making? 6. How can we apply Paul's obedience in Acts 22:8 to our lives today? 7. Who is speaking in Acts 22:8, and why is it significant to Christian theology? 8. How does Acts 22:8 support the divinity of Jesus? 9. What historical evidence supports the event described in Acts 22:8? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 22? 11. What is the timeline of Paul's life events? 12. In 2 Timothy 1:10, Jesus is described as having 'destroyed death,' but critics argue that physical death remains--how is this scientifically or historically verifiable? 13. Acts 22:6-10 - How plausible is Paul's supernatural encounter on the road to Damascus from a scientific standpoint? 14. What were Apostle Paul's key contributions to Christianity? Discussion Questions 1. How does Paul's question, "Who are You, Lord?" reflect a change in his understanding of authority and divinity? 2. In what ways can we seek a personal encounter with Jesus in our daily lives, similar to Paul's experience on the road to Damascus? 3. How does Jesus' identification with His persecuted followers encourage us in times of trial and persecution? 4. Reflect on a time when you experienced transformation through God's grace. How can Paul's account inspire you to embrace further change? 5. How can we actively respond to the call to witness, as Paul did, in our own communities and spheres of influence? Acts 22 Bible Study Questions 1. What does Paul's defense to the crowd reveal about the power of personal testimony in witnessing for Christ? 2. How does Paul's conversion story inspire those who may feel unworthy or incapable of serving God? 3. How does Paul leverage his rights as a Roman citizen, and what can we learn from this in terms of using our societal privileges for kingdom purposes? 4. What can we learn from Paul's boldness when faced with hostility and danger? 5. How does Paul's transformation from persecutor to apostle deepen our understanding of God's power and grace? 6. How can we use our personal experiences and transformation stories as tools for evangelism, as Paul does in this chapter? 7. In what ways does Paul's defense to the crowd show the importance of bridging cultural and linguistic gaps when sharing the gospel? 8. How does Paul's encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus illustrate the life-changing power of divine encounters? 9. How do Paul’s actions help us understand how to handle false accusations or hostile situations in our own lives? 10. How does this chapter highlight the importance of perseverance and courage in the face of adversity? 11. What does Paul's relationship with Ananias teach us about mentorship and discipleship in the Christian journey? 12. What role does Paul's Roman citizenship play in this narrative, and how does it apply to our understanding of civic rights and responsibilities? 13. How can Paul's conversion story encourage those who have had a difficult or troubled past? 14. How can we boldly share our faith when faced with opposition, as Paul does in Jerusalem? 15. How does the crowd's response to Paul's speech affect our understanding of the challenges of evangelism? 16. How does Paul's defense to the crowd illustrate the intersection of faith and cultural identity? 17. What can we learn from Paul about standing firm in our faith and convictions despite opposition? 18. How does Paul's narration of his divine calling inspire us to pursue God's unique plan and purpose for our lives? 19. How does this chapter influence our understanding of the impact of faith on our personal and civic lives? 20. How does Paul's boldness in sharing his transformation story motivate us to share our own encounters with Christ with others? Links Acts 22:8 NIV Acts 22:8 NLT Acts 22:8 ESV Acts 22:8 NASB Acts 22:8 KJV Acts 22:8 Commentaries Bible Hub