◄ Acts 14:26 ►
From Attalia they sailed to Antioch, where they had been commended to the grace of God for the work they had just completed. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 14:26? 2. How does Acts 14:26 inspire us to trust God's guidance in missions? 3. What does "commended to the grace of God" teach about reliance on divine grace? 4. How can Acts 14:26 encourage us to complete our God-given tasks? 5. In what ways does Acts 14:26 connect to the Great Commission in Matthew 28? 6. How can we apply the dedication shown in Acts 14:26 to our lives? 7. What does Acts 14:26 reveal about the early church's mission strategy? 8. How does Acts 14:26 reflect the role of divine guidance in missionary work? 9. Why is Antioch significant in the context of Acts 14:26? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 14? 11. What were Apostle Paul's missionary journeys? 12. What are the different styles of worship? 13. What characterized early Christianity in its initial stages? 14. What were the key events in Paul's First Missionary Journey? Discussion Questions 1. How does the concept of being "committed to the grace of God" influence your understanding of your own ministry or work for God? 2. In what ways can you ensure that you are completing the tasks God has given you, similar to how Paul and Barnabas completed their journey? 3. How can your local church community support you in your spiritual journey, and how can you contribute to the community's mission? 4. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's faithfulness in completing a task. How can this encourage you in your current endeavors? 5. What steps can you take to develop a missionary mindset, and how can you be involved in spreading the Gospel in your context? Acts 14 Bible Study Questions 1. What lessons can we learn from the boldness of Paul and Barnabas in preaching the Gospel amidst persecution in Iconium? 2. How does the miracle in Lystra demonstrate God's power? 3. How can we apply Paul and Barnabas' response to being mistaken for gods in our own lives when we face undue praise or worship? 4. How does the stoning of Paul reflect on the cost of discipleship? 5. What can we learn from Paul and Barnabas' effort to revisit the cities where they were persecuted to strengthen the disciples there? 6. How does the appointment of elders reflect the importance of leadership within the Church? 7. How does the perseverance of Paul and Barnabas amidst trials inspire you in your personal faith journey? 8. In what ways does the people's reaction to the miracle in Lystra challenge us to present the Gospel clearly to avoid misunderstandings? 9. How can we emulate Paul and Barnabas' commitment to sharing the Gospel in our own lives? 10. How does the reaction of the people of Lystra change from idolizing Paul and Barnabas to stoning Paul, and what does this tell us about the fickle nature of people? 11. How can we prepare ourselves to face the kind of persecution experienced by Paul and Barnabas? 12. How does Paul's recovery and return to the city after being stoned inspire you in your faith? 13. What lessons can we learn from the way Paul and Barnabas continually encouraged new believers to stay true to their faith? 14. How can the leadership model established by Paul and Barnabas in appointing elders inform the leadership structure in our own churches? 15. How does the journey of Paul and Barnabas from persecution in one city to bold proclamation in the next reflect on their reliance on God's guidance? 16. What does the chapter teach about the impact of external influences on the acceptance of the Gospel message? 17. What are some practical ways we can follow the example of Paul and Barnabas in strengthening the faith of fellow believers? 18. How does the conclusion of Paul and Barnabas' first missionary journey inspire you to share your personal testimonies of faith with others? 19. How does Acts 14 deepen your understanding of the costs and rewards of spreading the Gospel? 20. What does the phrase "we must go through many hardships to enter the kingdom of God" mean to you in your current circumstances? Links Acts 14:26 NIV Acts 14:26 NLT Acts 14:26 ESV Acts 14:26 NASB Acts 14:26 KJV Acts 14:26 Commentaries Bible Hub