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At Caesarea there was a man named Cornelius, a centurion in what was called the Italian Regiment. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 10:1? 2. How does Cornelius' character in Acts 10:1 inspire your daily walk with God? 3. What does Cornelius' devoutness teach about living a life pleasing to God? 4. How can Cornelius' example in Acts 10:1 encourage evangelism in your community? 5. How does Cornelius' faithfulness connect with Old Testament examples of devout believers? 6. In what ways can you emulate Cornelius' commitment to prayer and generosity today? 7. Who was Cornelius in Acts 10:1, and why is he significant in Christian history? 8. How does Acts 10:1 challenge traditional Jewish views on Gentiles? 9. What does Acts 10:1 reveal about early Christian outreach to non-Jews? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 10? 11. Why would Acts 14:27 assert God “opened a door of faith to the Gentiles” when earlier passages (e.g., Acts 10) already describe Gentile inclusion? 12. Who was Cornelius in the Bible? 13. Acts 10:3 – How can we verify Cornelius’s angelic vision when there is no external historical or scientific evidence for such events? 14. What is Caesarea's significance in the Bible? Discussion Questions 1. How does Cornelius's position as a centurion influence the significance of his conversion in the early church? 2. In what ways does the account of Cornelius challenge our understanding of who can be a recipient of God's grace? 3. How can we apply Cornelius's example of prayer and generosity in our daily lives to be more receptive to God's guidance? 4. What cultural or personal barriers might we need to overcome to effectively share the Gospel with others? 5. How does the account of Cornelius and Peter encourage us to trust in God's plan for reaching those who are different from us? Acts 10 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the account of Cornelius and Peter's visions illustrate the theme of divine intervention and revelation? 2. What significance do Peter’s and Cornelius’ visions hold in the context of the expansion of the Gospel to the Gentiles? 3. How does Peter's interaction with Cornelius challenge the societal and religious norms of his time? 4. In today's context, what are some ways we can challenge and overcome cultural or societal barriers to spread the Gospel? 5. What does the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the Gentiles imply about God’s acceptance of all people? 6. How does Peter's obedience to the Spirit's instruction demonstrate his faith and surrender to God's will? 7. How does Cornelius' character and his acceptance of the Gospel message challenge our biases and preconceived notions about people from different cultures or religions? 8. Why was the acceptance of Gentiles into the church significant in early Christian history? 9. How can we apply the lesson of inclusion and acceptance from Acts 10 in our daily lives? 10. How does Peter's sermon to the Gentiles help you understand the essence of the Gospel? 11. What does Peter mean when he says, "God does not show favoritism but accepts from every nation the one who fears him and does what is right" (Acts 10:34-35)? 12. How does the concept of equality in God's eyes challenge the way we perceive and interact with others? 13. How do the reactions of the Jewish believers to the Holy Spirit falling on the Gentiles reflect on their understanding of God's plan? 14. How does the story of Cornelius encourage believers to remain faithful and prayerful? 15. In what ways does the baptism of the Gentiles symbolize the breaking of religious and cultural barriers? 16. How does this chapter influence your understanding of God’s willingness to accept all who come to Him? 17. What can we learn from the hospitality and respect Cornelius showed to Peter and his companions? 18. How does the conversion of Cornelius and his household reflect on the power of collective faith? 19. How can Peter's willingness to learn, understand, and change be a model for us today when facing new perspectives? 20. How does Acts 10 challenge your current understanding of inclusivity and acceptance in the faith community? Links Acts 10:1 NIV Acts 10:1 NLT Acts 10:1 ESV Acts 10:1 NASB Acts 10:1 KJV Acts 10:1 Commentaries Bible Hub