◄ Acts 17:17 ►
So he reasoned in the synagogue with the Jews and God-fearing Gentiles, and in the marketplace with those he met each day. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 17:17? 2. How can we engage others in "the marketplace" with the Gospel today? 3. What strategies did Paul use to reason with Jews and Gentiles in Acts 17:17? 4. How does Acts 17:17 connect with the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20? 5. What can we learn from Paul's persistence in sharing the Gospel daily? 6. How can we apply Paul's example of reasoning to our own evangelism efforts? 7. What does Acts 17:17 reveal about Paul's approach to sharing the Gospel in diverse settings? 8. How does Acts 17:17 challenge Christians to engage with non-believers in today's society? 9. What historical context is essential to understanding Paul's actions in Acts 17:17? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 17? 11. What is the identity of the Bereans? 12. In Ezekiel 3:17–18, how is the idea of divine responsibility for warning others reconciled with free will and personal accountability? 13. How can we become fishers of men today? 14. What defines a cowboy church? Discussion Questions 1. How does Paul’s approach in Acts 17:17 challenge us to engage with people of different beliefs in our own communities? 2. In what ways can we apply Paul’s method of reasoning and dialogue in our conversations about faith today? 3. How does understanding the cultural and religious backgrounds of our audience enhance our ability to share the Gospel effectively? 4. What are some modern-day "marketplaces" where we can engage with others about our faith, and how can we do so effectively? 5. How can we ensure that our witness is consistent and respectful, following Paul’s example in Acts 17:17? Acts 17 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Paul’s approach in each city reflect his understanding of his audience? 2. How does the reaction in Thessalonica illustrate the threat that the Gospel message can pose to established systems of power and belief? 3. Why do you think the Bereans were more receptive to Paul's message than the Thessalonians? 4. How does Paul use the Athenian's religious practices as a starting point for his message? 5. How can Paul's sermon on Mars Hill guide us in explaining the Gospel to people with a different belief system? 6. What are some "altars to unknown gods" in today's society, and how can we address them in our conversations about faith? 7. How does Paul’s message challenge both Jewish and Greek views of God? 8. How can we be more like the Bereans in our approach to studying Scripture? 9. How can we maintain our faith and continue our mission when facing opposition, like Paul did in Thessalonica and Berea? 10. How does the Athenian response to the concept of resurrection reflect different cultural understandings of life and death? 11. In our diverse and pluralistic world, how can we adapt our approach to sharing the Gospel as Paul did? 12. How does the presence of Dionysius and Damaris among the believers reflect the reach of the Gospel across social and cultural barriers? 13. How can we constructively engage with intellectual criticism and mockery of our faith, as Paul did in Athens? 14. What does Paul's engagement with Greek philosophy tell us about the relationship between faith and reason? 15. What strategies can we use to engage in meaningful spiritual conversations with people from different cultural and intellectual backgrounds? 16. How can we discern when to move on from a place or situation, as Paul did with Thessalonica and Berea? 17. How does Acts 17 challenge our understanding of God's omnipresence and sovereignty? 18. How does Paul's speech on Mars Hill illustrate the balance between contextualizing the Gospel message and maintaining its core truth? 19. How can we identify and address misconceptions about Christianity in our own cultural contexts? 20. How does Paul's journey in Acts 17 inspire us to persist in sharing the Gospel, regardless of the varied responses we may encounter? Links Acts 17:17 NIV Acts 17:17 NLT Acts 17:17 ESV Acts 17:17 NASB Acts 17:17 KJV Acts 17:17 Commentaries Bible Hub