◄ Acts 19:19 ►
And a number of those who had practiced magic arts brought their books and burned them in front of everyone. When the value of the books was calculated, the total came to fifty thousand drachmas. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 19:19? 2. How does Acts 19:19 demonstrate the power of true repentance in Christ? 3. What can we learn about the cost of discipleship from Acts 19:19? 4. How does Acts 19:19 connect to Matthew 16:24 about denying oneself? 5. How can we identify and remove modern "sorcery" from our lives today? 6. What steps can we take to ensure our actions align with Acts 19:19? 7. Why did the Ephesians burn their scrolls in Acts 19:19? 8. What does Acts 19:19 reveal about early Christian views on magic? 9. How does Acts 19:19 challenge modern beliefs about material possessions? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 19? 11. What is the Bible's stance on tarot cards? 12. What does Wicca entail? 13. What is Ephesus's biblical significance? 14. What role do magic arts play in Revelation? Discussion Questions 1. What does the public burning of the magic books in Ephesus teach us about the nature of true repentance? 2. How can we identify and renounce "modern-day magic books" or practices in our own lives that may hinder our walk with Christ? 3. In what ways does the financial sacrifice of the Ephesians challenge our own willingness to give up material possessions for the sake of the Gospel? 4. How can our public actions serve as a testimony to others about the transformative power of the Gospel? 5. What steps can we take to ensure that we are aligning ourselves with God's power rather than the influences of the world or occult practices? Acts 19 Bible Study Questions 1. What does the baptism of the disciples in Ephesus teach us about the significance of the Holy Spirit in our faith journey? 2. How does Paul's shift from the synagogue to the lecture hall of Tyrannus demonstrate adaptability in ministry? 3. In what ways does the account of the seven sons of Sceva warn against the misuse of Jesus' name? 4. How did Paul's miracles validate his message in Ephesus? 5. How does the reaction to the Gospel in Ephesus mirror responses we might see in our own communities today? 6. What lessons can we draw from Demetrius's response to the spread of Christianity? 7. How does the town clerk's intervention provide insight into handling conflicts and misunderstandings? 8. What does the riot in Ephesus teach us about the potential societal impacts of the Gospel message? 9. How can we prepare for and respond to opposition and conflict in our faith journeys? 10. How does this chapter highlight the importance of discernment in matters of faith and spiritual power? 11. What lessons can we learn about evangelism from Paul's time teaching in the lecture hall of Tyrannus? 12. How does this chapter reflect the tension between spiritual transformation and economic interests? 13. How can we distinguish between genuine spiritual authority and counterfeit claims, as illustrated in the case of the sons of Sceva? 14. How does Acts 19 inform our understanding of the relationship between faith and public order? 15. How does this chapter challenge us to consider the intersection of faith and cultural traditions? 16. How can we maintain the integrity of our faith when faced with personal and societal pressures? 17. How does Paul's journey inspire us to persist in our mission despite adversity? 18. How does the account of the Ephesian disciples deepen our understanding of the need for continual learning in our faith journey? 19. How can we respond when our faith practices are misunderstood or misrepresented, as was Paul's teaching in Ephesus? 20. What does the silversmiths' reaction to the Gospel teach us about the potential resistance to faith transformation in a society? Links Acts 19:19 NIV Acts 19:19 NLT Acts 19:19 ESV Acts 19:19 NASB Acts 19:19 KJV Acts 19:19 Commentaries Bible Hub