◄ Acts 15:14 ►
Simon has told us how God first visited the Gentiles to take from them a people to be His own. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 15:14? 2. How does Acts 15:14 illustrate God's plan for Gentile inclusion in salvation? 3. What role does Simon Peter play in Acts 15:14's message about Gentiles? 4. How can Acts 15:14 guide our approach to evangelism among diverse cultures? 5. Connect Acts 15:14 with Old Testament prophecies about Gentiles joining God's people. 6. How should Acts 15:14 influence our church's outreach and mission strategies today? 7. What does Acts 15:14 reveal about God's plan for the Gentiles? 8. How does Acts 15:14 support the inclusion of Gentiles in the early church? 9. Why is Simeon's testimony in Acts 15:14 significant for understanding God's purpose? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 15? 11. What are the different Christian sects? 12. If Leviticus 11 is God's eternal command, why does Acts 10:9-16 appear to contradict these dietary laws? 13. 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? 14. What makes Christianity unique compared to other religions? Discussion Questions 1. How does Peter's testimony about the Gentiles challenge traditional views within the early church, and what can we learn from this about addressing cultural or doctrinal differences today? 2. In what ways does the inclusion of the Gentiles fulfill God's promise to Abraham, and how does this shape our understanding of God's faithfulness? 3. How can we apply the principle of unity in diversity within our own church communities, and what practical steps can we take to foster this unity? 4. What role does Scripture play in confirming God's work in our lives, and how can we ensure that our actions align with biblical teachings? 5. How can we actively participate in God's mission to reach all nations, and what specific actions can we take to support global evangelism efforts? Acts 15 Bible Study Questions 1. What are the potential dangers of imposing one's cultural practices on believers from different cultures, as seen in the dispute over circumcision? 2. How does the Jerusalem Council provide a model for resolving doctrinal disputes within the Church? 3. What can we learn from Peter's defense of the Gentile believers at the Council? 4. How does James' proposal balance the concerns of Jewish believers and the freedom of Gentile believers? 5. How does the council's letter demonstrate sensitivity and respect towards both Jewish and Gentile believers? 6. How does the response of the Gentile believers in Antioch, Syria, and Cilicia to the council's letter underscore the importance of unity in the Church? 7. What can the disagreement between Paul and Barnabas teach us about dealing with personal disputes within Christian ministry? 8. How can we apply the lessons from the Jerusalem Council to current debates within our own churches or denominations? 9. How does the council's decision reflect the work of the Holy Spirit in the early Church? 10. What strategies can we use to avoid letting personal disagreements, like the one between Paul and Barnabas, hinder our Christian mission? 11. How does Acts 15 challenge our understanding of the role of cultural practices in our faith? 12. What can we learn from the way the early Church handled disagreements and conflicts? 13. How can the council's decision influence our approach to cultural diversity within our own church communities? 14. How does the unfolding of events in this chapter demonstrate the sovereignty of God, even in times of conflict and disagreement? 15. How does the inclusivity of Gentiles in the early Church speak to issues of racial or cultural inclusion in today's Church? 16. In what ways does the decision of the Jerusalem Council demonstrate the Church's flexibility and adaptability to changing contexts? 17. How do you reconcile the directive from the Jerusalem Council with the freedom we have in Christ? 18. How can the split between Paul and Barnabas be viewed both negatively and positively? 19. What does the chapter suggest about the role of human agency and the Holy Spirit in the expansion of the Church? 20. How can we promote unity in our church communities amidst differing views and beliefs? Links Acts 15:14 NIV Acts 15:14 NLT Acts 15:14 ESV Acts 15:14 NASB Acts 15:14 KJV Acts 15:14 Commentaries Bible Hub