◄ Acts 10:4 ►
Cornelius stared at him in fear and asked, "What is it, Lord?" The angel answered, "Your prayers and gifts to the poor have ascended as a memorial offering before God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 10:4? 2. How can we ensure our prayers and alms are a "memorial offering before God"? 3. What does Acts 10:4 teach about God's awareness of our actions and prayers? 4. How does Cornelius' example in Acts 10:4 connect with Matthew 6:1-4? 5. In what ways can we cultivate a prayer life that pleases God like Cornelius? 6. How does Acts 10:4 encourage us to live out our faith daily? 7. What does Acts 10:4 reveal about God's response to prayer and almsgiving? 8. How does Acts 10:4 challenge the belief in salvation by faith alone? 9. Why is Cornelius's vision in Acts 10:4 significant for understanding divine intervention? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 10? 11. Can an unbeliever genuinely engage in prayer? 12. What does the Bible say about household salvation? 13. What are Dulia, Hyperdulia, and Latria? 14. Acts 10:3 - How can we verify Cornelius's angelic vision when there is no external historical or scientific evidence for such events? Discussion Questions 1. How does Cornelius's example challenge your current practices of prayer and giving? What changes might you consider making? 2. In what ways can you ensure that your acts of charity are done with the right heart and motives, as taught in Matthew 6:1-4? 3. How does the account of Cornelius encourage you to view people from different backgrounds and cultures in light of the Gospel's inclusivity? 4. Reflect on a time when you felt God intervened in your life. How did that experience shape your faith and understanding of God's presence? 5. How can you incorporate the idea of a "memorial offering" into your daily spiritual practices, ensuring that your life is a pleasing aroma to God? 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 10:4 NIV Acts 10:4 NLT Acts 10:4 ESV Acts 10:4 NASB Acts 10:4 KJV Acts 10:4 Commentaries Bible Hub