◄ Acts 10:15 ►
The voice spoke to him a second time: "Do not call anything impure that God has made clean." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 10:15? 2. How does Acts 10:15 challenge our understanding of God's view on purity? 3. What does "Do not call anything impure" teach about God's authority over traditions? 4. How can Acts 10:15 guide us in accepting diverse members within the Church? 5. Which Old Testament laws are reinterpreted by the message in Acts 10:15? 6. How should Acts 10:15 influence our interactions with those different from us? 7. How does Acts 10:15 challenge traditional views on dietary laws? 8. What does Acts 10:15 reveal about God's view on purity? 9. How does Acts 10:15 relate to the inclusion of Gentiles in the early Church? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 10? 11. Does God disapprove of eating shrimp? 12. If Leviticus 11 is God’s eternal command, why does Acts 10:9–16 appear to contradict these dietary laws? 13. What defines an abomination? 14. Acts 10:9–16 – Does Peter’s vision about eating unclean animals contradict Leviticus 11 and God’s previous dietary laws? Discussion Questions 1. How does Peter's vision challenge traditional Jewish views on purity, and what implications does this have for the church today? 2. In what ways can we apply the principle of not calling impure what God has made clean in our interactions with others? 3. How does the account of Cornelius and Peter illustrate the breaking down of cultural and religious barriers? Can you think of modern examples where this is needed? 4. How does the message of Acts 10:15 relate to Jesus' teachings in the Gospels about what truly defiles a person? 5. What steps can we take to ensure that we are open to God's leading, even when it challenges our preconceived notions or traditions? 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 10:15 NIV Acts 10:15 NLT Acts 10:15 ESV Acts 10:15 NASB Acts 10:15 KJV Acts 10:15 Commentaries Bible Hub