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Then God gave Abraham the covenant of circumcision, and Abraham became the father of Isaac and circumcised him on the eighth day. And Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob of the twelve patriarchs. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 7:8? 2. How does Acts 7:8 illustrate God's covenant through circumcision with Abraham's descendants? 3. What significance does circumcision hold in understanding God's promises in Acts 7:8? 4. How does Genesis 17 relate to the covenant mentioned in Acts 7:8? 5. How can we apply the concept of covenant faithfulness in our daily lives? 6. What lessons on obedience and faith can we learn from Acts 7:8? 7. What is the significance of circumcision in Acts 7:8 for Christian identity today? 8. How does Acts 7:8 relate to God's covenant with Abraham and his descendants? 9. Why does Stephen mention circumcision in his speech in Acts 7:8? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 7? 11. How do a covenant and a contract differ? 12. How did Joshua lead the Israelites into the Promised Land? 13. Why would an all-powerful God require the physical sign of circumcision, and does this practice have non-biblical parallels (Genesis 17:10)? 14. Matthew 10:5-6 - Why did Jesus limit the disciples' preaching to Israel first, seemingly contradicting the later worldwide mission in Matthew 28:19? Discussion Questions 1. How does the covenant of circumcision in Acts 7:8 relate to the broader theme of covenants in the Bible, and what does it teach us about God's promises? 2. In what ways can we ensure that our faith is passed down to future generations, as seen in the lineage from Abraham to the twelve patriarchs? 3. How does the concept of spiritual circumcision in the New Testament challenge us to live out our faith in practical ways today? 4. What can we learn from Abraham's immediate obedience to God's command regarding circumcision, and how can we apply this to our own lives? 5. How do the connections between Acts 7:8 and other scriptures like Romans 4 and Galatians 3 deepen our understanding of faith and righteousness? Acts 7 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Stephen's recounting of Israel's history emphasize God's faithfulness and sovereignty? 2. What can we learn from Stephen's courage when facing religious opposition? 3. How does Stephen's speech critique the religious leaders of his time? 4. How does Stephen's vision of Jesus impact your understanding of Jesus' role in the believer's life? 5. Why does Stephen choose to recount the history of Israel as his defense? 6. In what ways does Stephen's martyrdom exemplify his faithfulness to the Gospel? 7. What is the significance of Saul's presence at Stephen's stoning? 8. How does Stephen's prayer as he is being stoned reflect his Christlike character? 9. What parallels and contrasts can you draw between Stephen's death and Jesus' crucifixion? 10. How does Stephen's account of Israel's history tie in with the charges he was facing? 11. How does this chapter challenge your own faith and commitment to Christ? 12. How does Stephen's response to persecution inform your approach to conflict and opposition today? 13. How might Stephen's speech to the religious leaders inform our approach to speaking truth to power? 14. How does Stephen's Christlike plea for forgiveness at his death inspire you in your own relationships? 15. What lessons can you draw from the reactions of the members of the Sanhedrin? 16. How does Stephen model for modern believers the right response when falsely accused? 17. In what ways does Stephen's speech and subsequent death illuminate the cost of following Jesus? 18. How does Stephen's perspective on death offer comfort and hope for believers facing persecution today? 19. How can Stephen's boldness inspire your personal witness? 20. How can you apply the lessons of Stephen's life and death in your day-to-day living and interaction with others? Links Acts 7:8 NIV Acts 7:8 NLT Acts 7:8 ESV Acts 7:8 NASB Acts 7:8 KJV Acts 7:8 Commentaries Bible Hub