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that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord, and that He may send Jesus, the Christ, who has been appointed for you. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 3:20? 2. How can we prepare for "times of refreshing" from the Lord today? 3. What role does repentance play in receiving blessings mentioned in Acts 3:20? 4. How does Acts 3:20 connect with Old Testament prophecies about Jesus? 5. How can we actively await the return of "the appointed Christ"? 6. How does Jesus' return influence our daily Christian walk and decisions? 7. What does Acts 3:20 mean by "times of refreshing" from the Lord's presence? 8. How does Acts 3:20 relate to the concept of Jesus as the Messiah? 9. Why is the promise of Jesus' return significant in Acts 3:20? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 3? 11. Why are you holding on to me? 12. Acts 3:19-21: Why has the promised 'time of restoration' not occurred despite nearly two millennia passing? 13. Did Jesus ascend to Paradise on the crucifixion day? Yes, per Luke 23:43. No, per John 20:17. 14. Is Christ in you the hope of glory? Discussion Questions 1. How does the concept of "times of refreshing" in Acts 3:20 relate to your personal spiritual journey? 2. In what ways can you actively seek the presence of the Lord in your daily life? 3. How does the promise of Jesus' return influence your priorities and decisions? 4. What role does the Holy Spirit play in bringing about spiritual renewal in your life? 5. How can you be a witness to others, like Peter and John, to lead them to experience the refreshing that comes from the Lord? Acts 3 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the healing of the lame man illustrate the power of faith in Jesus Christ? 2. In what ways can believers today demonstrate the healing power of Christ in their communities? 3. What significance does Peter's choice of location (the temple) bear for his audience and message? 4. How does Peter use the crowd's familiarity with their traditions and prophecies to deliver his sermon? 5. How does this chapter illustrate the role of the Holy Spirit in empowering the apostles for ministry? 6. What can we learn from Peter's boldness in confronting the crowd about their role in Jesus' death? 7. How does Peter's sermon demonstrate the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies in Jesus Christ? 8. How does the reaction of the crowd to the healed beggar reflect their understanding of God's power? 9. What does Peter's invitation to repentance imply about the nature of God and His desire for humanity? 10. How does the transformation of the lame beggar mirror the spiritual transformation that takes place through faith in Christ? 11. How can we, like Peter and John, be observant and seize opportunities to demonstrate the love and power of God in everyday situations? 12. How does the miracle performed through Peter affirm the continued presence and power of Jesus after His ascension? 13. In what ways does the crowd's astonishment at the miracle show their lack of understanding of Jesus' true identity and mission? 14. How does Peter’s sermon reflect the approach we should take when calling others to repentance and faith in Jesus? 15. How does this chapter challenge your understanding of how miracles can be used in evangelism? 16. How might you boldly confront sin in your life and in the lives of others with truth and grace, following Peter’s example? 17. How does the people’s response to Peter’s message compare to modern responses to the call to repentance and faith in Christ? 18. How does the message of the prophets concerning the Messiah apply to us today? 19. What does the healed man's immediate response to his healing teach us about gratitude and praise? 20. How can we use our testimonies, like the healed man, to point others to Christ? Links Acts 3:20 NIV Acts 3:20 NLT Acts 3:20 ESV Acts 3:20 NASB Acts 3:20 KJV Acts 3:20 Commentaries Bible Hub