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Now Herod was in a furious dispute with the people of Tyre and Sidon, and they convened before him. Having secured the support of Blastus, the king's chamberlain, they asked for peace, because their region depended on the king's country for food. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 12:20? 2. How does Acts 12:20 illustrate the consequences of pride and arrogance? 3. What can we learn from Acts 12:20 about resolving conflicts peacefully? 4. How does Acts 12:20 connect with Proverbs 16:18 on pride's downfall? 5. In what ways can we avoid Herod's mistakes in our leadership roles? 6. How can Acts 12:20 inspire us to seek God's wisdom in decision-making? 7. Why were Tyre and Sidon dependent on Herod for food in Acts 12:20? 8. How does Acts 12:20 reflect political tensions in the early church era? 9. What historical evidence supports the events described in Acts 12:20? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 12? 11. Could Luke's account in Acts 12 contain embellishments or legendary elements regarding Herod Agrippa's death (Acts 12:21-23)? 12. Numbers 20:12 - Why would a single act of disobedience prevent Moses and Aaron from entering the Promised Land, despite their lifelong dedication? 13. Is there any archaeological or historical evidence that supports or challenges the presence and actions of King Agrippa II in Acts 25:13-22? 14. What is Tyre and Sidon's biblical significance? Discussion Questions 1. How does the dependence of Tyre and Sidon on Herod's territory for food reflect our spiritual dependence on God? What scriptures reinforce this idea? 2. In what ways can we practice unity and diplomacy in our personal and community relationships, as demonstrated by the people of Tyre and Sidon? 3. How does the role of Blastus as an intermediary reflect the role of Jesus as our mediator? What other scriptures highlight Jesus' mediating role? 4. What lessons can we learn from Herod's anger towards Tyre and Sidon about managing our emotions and avoiding prideful actions? 5. How can we apply the principle of seeking peace, as seen in Acts 12:20, to conflicts or challenges we face today? What other biblical examples of peacemaking can guide us? Acts 12 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the martyrdom of James highlight the reality and cost of following Christ? 2. In what ways does the Church's response to Peter's imprisonment demonstrate the power of communal prayer? 3. What can we learn about God's sovereignty from Peter's miraculous escape from prison? 4. How does Rhoda's reaction to Peter's arrival at Mary's house reflect on human reactions to answered prayers? 5. How does the divine retribution meted out to Herod serve as a warning to those who exalt themselves above God? 6. How can Peter's immediate action to share the news of his miraculous escape inspire us to testify about God's works in our lives? 7. How does the continued growth of the word of God amidst persecution and trials encourage you in your faith journey? 8. What role does faith play when facing trials and persecution as depicted in Acts 12? 9. How can we apply the lesson of constant prayer observed in this chapter in our lives? 10. How does the Church's communal prayer reflect on their faith and dependence on God? 11. How does the angelic intervention in Peter's escape and Herod's death demonstrate God's involvement in human affairs? 12. How can we relate to Rhoda's response when her prayer was answered? 13. How does Herod's death underscore the truth about divine justice? 14. What can we learn from the Church's perseverance in the face of persecution? 15. How does Peter's miraculous escape from prison challenge you to trust in God's power in your life? 16. How can we ensure that, like the early Church, we acknowledge and give glory to God in times of divine intervention? 17. How does the contrast between Herod's pride and Peter's humility in this chapter speak to you? 18. How does Acts 12 deepen your understanding of God's providence and justice? 19. What does Herod's death teach about the danger of pride and self-exaltation? 20. How does this chapter encourage you to remain steadfast in faith and prayer, especially in difficult times? Links Acts 12:20 NIV Acts 12:20 NLT Acts 12:20 ESV Acts 12:20 NASB Acts 12:20 KJV Acts 12:20 Commentaries Bible Hub