◄ Acts 21:6 ►
And after we had said our farewells, we went aboard the ship, and they returned home. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 21:6? 2. How does Acts 21:6 inspire us to trust God during farewells? 3. What does "we went on board the ship" teach about obedience to God's call? 4. How can Acts 21:6 encourage us to support missionaries in our community? 5. Compare Acts 21:6 with Matthew 28:19-20 on the theme of discipleship. 6. How can we apply the unity shown in Acts 21:6 to our church? 7. What does Acts 21:6 reveal about early Christian community practices and relationships? 8. How does Acts 21:6 reflect the theme of fellowship in the early Church? 9. What historical context is necessary to understand Acts 21:6? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 21? 11. Do the child sacrifices mentioned in 2 Kings 21:6 have credible historical evidence, or is the text relying on theological polemics? 12. Acts 21:9 - Why is there no further historical or scriptural mention of Philip's four prophesying daughters or their specific prophecies? 13. Ephesians 6:1-3: How can modern society accept the command for children to obey parents unconditionally if those parents may act immorally or abusively? 14. Doesn't Jesus' command in Mark 10:21 to 'sell everything' conflict with modern economic realities and social responsibilities? Discussion Questions 1. How do the farewells in Acts 21:6 and Acts 20:36-38 reflect the emotional and spiritual bonds among early Christians, and how can we cultivate similar bonds in our church community today? 2. In what ways does the concept of departure in Acts 21:6 parallel Jesus' teaching in John 16:7 about His own departure, and what does this teach us about trusting God's plan? 3. How can we, like Paul, remain obedient to God's call even when it involves personal sacrifice or challenges? Reflect on a time when you had to make a difficult decision for the sake of the gospel. 4. What role does community support play in your spiritual journey, and how can you be a source of encouragement to others during their times of transition? 5. How can you apply the principle of "returning home" to your own life, ensuring that your mission field begins with those closest to you? Consider how Philippians 1:3-5 can guide your understanding of partnership in the gospel. Acts 21 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Paul's journey to Jerusalem exemplify his obedience to God's will? 2. How can we draw strength from Paul's resolve when faced with personal trials in our lives? 3. What does the prophecy of Agabus teach us about accepting God's plan, even when it leads to hardships? 4. How does Paul's interaction with the disciples at Tyre demonstrate the bonds of Christian brotherhood? 5. How does Paul's arrival in Jerusalem and his subsequent actions clarify his mission? 6. How do we balance standing up for our faith and maintaining peace within our community, as Paul attempted to do in Jerusalem? 7. What strategies can we learn from Paul when faced with misrepresentations or misunderstandings about our faith? 8. How does Paul’s arrest highlight the cost of discipleship? 9. How can Paul's experience inspire us to handle opposition and criticism in our daily lives? 10. In what ways does Paul's decision to address the crowd reflect his unwavering dedication to spread the Gospel? 11. How do we reconcile with the reality of persecution and trials in our Christian journey, as exemplified by Paul's experiences? 12. How does the story of Paul's journey to Jerusalem challenge our understanding of sacrifice in our faith? 13. How can we discern God's will in the midst of opposition or challenges, as Paul did? 14. How can we maintain our faith and commitment in the face of foreseen difficulties and risks? 15. How does Paul's example guide us in defending our faith amidst criticisms and accusations? 16. How should we respond when our attempts to foster peace are met with hostility, as happened with Paul in Jerusalem? 17. How can we show resolve and courage when our faith is tested, following Paul's example? 18. How does the prophecy of Agabus speak to the importance of understanding and accepting God's will? 19. How should we react when our commitment to God's will leads us into challenging situations? 20. How does Acts 21 inspire us to stay the course, trusting in God's plan, regardless of the challenges we face? Links Acts 21:6 NIV Acts 21:6 NLT Acts 21:6 ESV Acts 21:6 NASB Acts 21:6 KJV Acts 21:6 Commentaries Bible Hub