◄ Acts 9:25 ►
One night, however, his disciples took him and lowered him in a basket through a window in the wall. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 9:25? 2. How does Acts 9:25 demonstrate the importance of community in Christian life? 3. What can we learn from the disciples' actions in Acts 9:25? 4. How does Acts 9:25 connect to Jesus' teachings on helping others? 5. How can we apply the courage shown in Acts 9:25 to our lives? 6. What role does faith play in the disciples' decision in Acts 9:25? 7. How does Acts 9:25 demonstrate the early church's commitment to protecting its leaders? 8. What does Acts 9:25 reveal about the risks faced by early Christians? 9. How does the escape in Acts 9:25 reflect God's providence in Paul's ministry? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 9? 11. How does the law of conservation of mass contradict the multiplication of loaves and fish? 12. In Galatians 1:17–18, Paul says he did not go to Jerusalem immediately after his conversion, yet Acts 9 suggests otherwise; how do we reconcile this conflict? 13. How many disciples did Jesus appear to after his resurrection: Twelve (1 Cor 15:5) or Eleven (Matt 27:3-5; Acts 1:9-26; Matt 28:16; Mark 16:14; Luke 24:9, 33)? 14. What is the timeline of Paul's life events? Discussion Questions 1. How does Saul's escape from Damascus illustrate God's protection and providence in our own lives? 2. In what ways can we, like Saul's disciples, support and protect fellow believers in our community? 3. How does the account of Saul's escape encourage us to remain faithful and courageous in the face of persecution or adversity? 4. What are some "walls" in our lives that God might be calling us to overcome or escape from, and how can we rely on Him for deliverance? 5. How does Saul's transformation from persecutor to apostle inspire us to embrace the new beginnings God offers through His grace? Acts 9 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Saul's dramatic conversion illustrate the power of God's grace? 2. What was the significance of Ananias' role in Saul's conversion? 3. Saul was known and feared for his persecution of Christians. How did the disciples in Damascus and Jerusalem overcome their fear and accept him? 4. In today's context, how can we learn to accept and forgive someone who has previously harmed or persecuted us or our community, like Saul? 5. What does Saul's immediate action to preach in Damascus tell us about the transformation of his faith? 6. Can you relate to the fear and doubt Ananias experienced when asked to meet Saul? How might you react in a similar situation? 7. How do Peter's miracles of healing Aeneas and raising Tabitha from the dead demonstrate the power of faith? 8. How does the reaction of people to Peter's miracles (conversion to Christianity) relate to the spread of faith today? 9. How do the events in Acts 9 encourage us to respond when faced with disbelief or persecution? 10. What do these accounts teach us about God’s power to use anyone, even those who seem most unlikely, for His purposes? 11. How can you apply the theme of forgiveness and transformation found in Acts 9 to your own life? 12. How does this chapter reinforce the importance of faith, obedience, and courage in the face of adversity? 13. In what ways does the transformation of Saul/Paul give hope to those who feel they are beyond redemption? 14. Saul's life changed drastically after his conversion. In what ways can a personal encounter with God change our lives? 15. How might the stories of Saul's conversion and Peter's miracles impact the way we share our faith with others? 16. What does the chapter tell us about God's plans and timing, and how we should respond to them? 17. How do the events in this chapter encourage us to boldly proclaim our faith even in the face of danger? 18. What lessons can we draw from the disciples' initial fear and ultimate acceptance of Saul? 19. How can we apply the lessons from Saul’s conversion and Peter’s miracles in our daily lives? 20. How does Acts 9 challenge your current understanding of faith, forgiveness, and transformation? Links Acts 9:25 NIV Acts 9:25 NLT Acts 9:25 ESV Acts 9:25 NASB Acts 9:25 KJV Acts 9:25 Commentaries Bible Hub