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The people of Jerusalem and their rulers did not recognize Jesus, yet in condemning Him they fulfilled the words of the prophets that are read every Sabbath. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 13:27? 2. How does Acts 13:27 illustrate the fulfillment of prophecy in Jesus' life? 3. Why did the people and rulers in Jerusalem fail to recognize Jesus? 4. What lessons can we learn from Acts 13:27 about spiritual blindness today? 5. How can we ensure we understand God's messages in Scripture like Acts 13:27? 6. In what ways can Acts 13:27 encourage us to study the Scriptures diligently? 7. Why did the people of Jerusalem fail to recognize Jesus as the Messiah in Acts 13:27? 8. How does Acts 13:27 challenge the reliability of religious leaders' interpretations? 9. What role does prophecy play in Acts 13:27's message? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 13? 11. What is the Olivet Discourse about? 12. Romans 10:4: If Christ ends the law, why do later passages still emphasize certain aspects of Old Testament regulations? 13. Psalm 3:4 claims God answers from 'his holy mountain'--why is there no scientific confirmation of divine communication from a specific location? 14. What is the purpose of the Walk to Emmaus? Discussion Questions 1. How can we ensure that we are not like the people of Jerusalem, who failed to recognize Jesus despite their knowledge of the Scriptures? 2. In what ways does the fulfillment of prophecy in Jesus' life strengthen your faith in the reliability of the Bible? 3. Reflect on a time when you may have been caught in religious routine. How can you cultivate a more active and discerning engagement with Scripture? 4. How does understanding God's sovereignty in the events of Jesus' life help you trust Him in your current circumstances? 5. What steps can you take to improve your spiritual discernment and recognize God's work in your life and the world around you? Acts 13 Bible Study Questions 1. What does the commissioning of Barnabas and Saul teach us about the role of the Holy Spirit in ministry? 2. How does the confrontation with Elymas the sorcerer showcase the power of God and the consequences of opposing His work? 3. How does Paul's sermon in the synagogue of Pisidia reflect on his understanding of the Old Testament and its fulfillment in Christ? 4. How do we see the theme of Jewish opposition and Gentile acceptance of the Gospel unfold in this chapter? 5. How does Paul and Barnabas' response to persecution inspire us to handle opposition today? 6. What can we learn from the way Paul and Barnabas continuously delivered the message of the Gospel despite the challenges they faced? 7. How does the missionary work in this chapter broaden your understanding of spreading the Gospel? 8. How can Paul and Barnabas' determination to preach the Word of God inspire you in your faith journey? 9. How does the story of Sergius Paulus' conversion underscore the transformative power of the Gospel? 10. How does the boldness of Paul and Barnabas in the face of persecution influence your own courage to share your faith? 11. What lessons can we draw from the way Paul and Barnabas relied on the Holy Spirit throughout their missionary journey? 12. How does the departure of John Mark from the missionary team challenge us to commit wholeheartedly to God's calling? 13. What does the believers' joy in Pisidia teach us about the reception of the Gospel? 14. How can Paul's sermon help us understand the significance of the Old Testament in revealing the Gospel? 15. How does the interaction between Paul, Barnabas, and Elymas challenge you to confront falsehood? 16. In what ways does the Jews' rejection of the Gospel reflect on the hardness of human hearts? 17. How does the Gospel's acceptance among the Gentiles in Pisidia challenge the Church's outreach today? 18. How do you understand the significance of the phrase "continue in the grace of God" in your life? 19. How does the portrayal of the Gentile's joy at hearing the Gospel challenge our own reception of God's word? 20. What does Paul and Barnabas shaking the dust off their feet symbolize, and how can this action speak to us when facing rejection? Links Acts 13:27 NIV Acts 13:27 NLT Acts 13:27 ESV Acts 13:27 NASB Acts 13:27 KJV Acts 13:27 Commentaries Bible Hub