◄ Acts 25:18 ►
But when his accusers rose to speak, they did not charge him with any of the crimes I had expected. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 25:18? 2. How does Acts 25:18 illustrate the importance of fair legal proceedings today? 3. What can we learn about false accusations from Acts 25:18? 4. How does Acts 25:18 connect with Jesus' trials in the Gospels? 5. How should Christians respond when facing baseless accusations, as seen in Acts 25:18? 6. What role does integrity play in defending one's faith, according to Acts 25:18? 7. What accusations were brought against Paul in Acts 25:18, and why were they significant? 8. How does Acts 25:18 reflect the legal practices of ancient Rome? 9. Why were the accusations in Acts 25:18 considered insufficient by Festus? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 25? 11. Why do the Gospel accounts of Jesus' trial and crucifixion conflict with known Roman legal and execution procedures? 12. What led to Paul's imprisonment? 13. Why do the charges against Paul in Acts 25:7 remain vague, and how does this ambiguity align or conflict with other New Testament accounts of similar trials? 14. 2 Kings 18:25 - Is the claim that the Assyrian king was acting by God's command consistent with other biblical accounts of divine judgment? Discussion Questions 1. How does Paul's response to his accusers in Acts 25:18 inspire you to handle false accusations or misunderstandings in your own life? 2. In what ways can you see God's sovereignty at work in difficult situations you have faced, similar to Paul's trials? 3. How can maintaining a clear conscience before God and others impact your witness and relationships? 4. What lessons can we learn from Festus's role in this passage about interacting with secular authorities and systems of justice? 5. How can you use your current challenges as opportunities to share your faith, following Paul's example? Acts 25 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Paul's appeal to Caesar highlight the significance of knowing and standing up for one's rights? 2. What can we learn from the way Paul handles the ongoing plots against him? 3. How does Festus's confusion over religious matters reflect common misunderstandings about the Christian faith? 4. In what ways does Paul’s trial before Festus mirror the trials and tribulations that believers may face today? 5. How does Paul's journey through the judicial system model endurance and patience in the face of adversity? 6. How does this chapter reflect the tension between politics and justice? 7. What does Festus's conversation with King Agrippa reveal about the intersection of faith and politics? 8. How can we apply Paul's courage and commitment to truth when we face trials or opposition? 9. What does the introduction to King Agrippa teach us about God's providence and the spread of the Gospel? 10. How does this chapter challenge our understanding of God's sovereignty in the midst of worldly systems? 11. What does this chapter teach us about staying true to our convictions, regardless of our circumstances? 12. How does the complexity of Paul's trial before Festus and Agrippa reflect the difficulties Christians may face in explaining their faith? 13. How does the predicament of Festus resonate with the struggle of many today to understand Christianity? 14. What does Paul's situation reveal about the importance of the resurrection in Christian theology? 15. In what ways does Acts 25 challenge us to view our adversities as opportunities? 16. How can Paul's perseverance inspire us to stay committed to our faith in times of personal trials? 17. What does the anticipation of Paul’s defense before King Agrippa teach us about trusting in God's plan? 18. How does Paul’s handling of his trials reflect on the call for Christians to be 'in' the world, but not 'of' the world? 19. How can we see God's sovereignty in the way Paul's case is escalated to higher Roman authorities? 20. How can we use our own positions, wherever they may be, to spread the Gospel as Paul did in his trial? Links Acts 25:18 NIV Acts 25:18 NLT Acts 25:18 ESV Acts 25:18 NASB Acts 25:18 KJV Acts 25:18 Commentaries Bible Hub