◄ Acts 6:11 ►
Then they prompted some men to say, "We heard Stephen speak words of blasphemy against Moses and against God." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 6:11? 2. How can we avoid false accusations like those in Acts 6:11 today? 3. What role does truth play in defending against deceitful schemes in Acts 6:11? 4. How does Acts 6:11 connect to the commandment against bearing false witness? 5. How can we support leaders facing opposition similar to Acts 6:11? 6. What steps can we take to uphold integrity in our communities? 7. Why did false witnesses accuse Stephen in Acts 6:11? 8. How does Acts 6:11 challenge the concept of truth in faith? 9. What historical context led to the accusations in Acts 6:11? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 6? 11. Why was Stephen stoned according to the Bible? 12. Did Stephen have the face of an angel? 13. Can humans command angels? 14. Did Stephen have the face of an angel? Discussion Questions 1. How does Stephen's experience with false accusations challenge us to respond to misunderstandings or misrepresentations of our faith today? 2. In what ways can we ensure that we are not bearing false witness in our own lives, whether intentionally or unintentionally? 3. How does the example of Stephen encourage us to rely on the Holy Spirit in times of trial or persecution? 4. What parallels can we draw between the opposition faced by Stephen and the challenges faced by Christians in today's world? 5. How can we apply the principles of truth and integrity from this passage to our interactions within our communities and workplaces? Acts 6 Bible Study Questions 1. What does the apostles' approach to resolving the complaint among the Hellenistic and Hebraic Jews teach about conflict resolution within the Church? 2. How does the appointment of the seven deacons emphasize the importance of servant leadership in the Church? 3. In what ways does Stephen's wisdom and the miraculous signs he performs demonstrate the power of the Holy Spirit? 4. How does Stephen's response to false accusations inspire your personal faith journey? 5. Why do you think the apostles believed it was important for them to focus on prayer and the ministry of the word rather than distributing food? 6. How does Stephen's wisdom exceed human wisdom, and what implications does this have for your understanding of spiritual wisdom? 7. How can the principles of conflict resolution demonstrated in this chapter be applied to contemporary Church situations? 8. How does Stephen's courage in the face of opposition encourage believers facing similar situations today? 9. How should the appointment of the seven deacons influence the Church's approach to meeting the needs of its community? 10. What qualities made Stephen an effective servant leader in the early Church? 11. In what ways do the false accusations against Stephen underscore the risks of standing for one's faith? 12. How can the Church today ensure fair treatment and justice for all its members, as demonstrated in the apostles' response to the Hellenistic Jews' complaint? 13. How does Stephen's example inspire you to serve within your own church community? 14. What can we learn from the rapid growth of the Church following the appointment of the deacons? 15. How does the opposition to Stephen's ministry demonstrate the challenges faced by those boldly proclaiming the Gospel? 16. How does the early Church’s resolution of the widows’ neglect apply to resolving inequalities in the Church today? 17. In your life, how can you demonstrate the grace and power seen in Stephen? 18. How would you respond to false accusations about your faith, as Stephen did? 19. How does the principle of appointing deacons for practical service in the Church apply to the distribution of tasks and responsibilities in your community? 20. In what ways does the example of Stephen challenge you to display wisdom and spiritual boldness in your Christian journey? Links Acts 6:11 NIV Acts 6:11 NLT Acts 6:11 ESV Acts 6:11 NASB Acts 6:11 KJV Acts 6:11 Commentaries Bible Hub