Through Macedonia and Greece - Acts 20:1-6
Understand It
- Why did Paul travel so much? (20:1-6)
- What did Paul do while he was in Macedonia? (20:2)
- Who were Paul’s traveling companions on his journey? (20:4-5)
Apply It
- Where and when could you write down your thoughts as you reflect on God’s Word each day this week?
Eutychus Raised From the Dead at Troas - Acts 20:7-12
Understand It
- What made it hard for Eutychus to stay awake? (20:8-9)
- What happened when Eutychus fell sound asleep? (20:9)
- What did Paul say to the group when he embraced Eutychus? (20:10)
Apply It
- What are some steps you can take to be alert and thoughtful in church each Sunday?
Paul's Farewell to the Ephesian Elders - Acts 20:13-38
Understand It
- What did Paul say in review of his ministry in Ephesus? (20:18-21)
- What made Paul "innocent of the blood of all men"? (20:26-27)
- What were the future responsibilities of the Ephesian elders? (20:28-35)
Apply It
- Who is one other believer for whom you can be a "shepherd" or guide this week? How?
On to Jerusalem - Acts 21:1-16
Understand It
- At Tyre, what did the Christians advise Paul to do? (21:4)
- Why did Paul ignore the believers’ warning? (21:5-6)
- What did Paul say to the Christians at Caesarea? (21:13-14)
Apply It
- What decision do you stand by even though some others don’t approve of your choice?
Paul's Arrival at Jerusalem - Acts 21:17-26
Understand It
- What did Paul report? To whom? (21:18-19)
- What concern did the church leaders voice? (21:20)
- What did the leaders of the church suggest that Paul do? Why? (21:22-24)
Apply It
- In what situations will you need to adjust your behavior for the sake of others? How?
Paul Arrested - Acts 21:27-36
Understand It
- Who stirred up the crowd and seized Paul? Why? (21:27-29)
- Why were the temple gates shut? (21:30-31)
- How did the commander and his soldiers save Paul’s life? (21:32)
Apply It
- What "false reports" about Christianity can you help dispel? How?
Paul Speaks to the Crowd - Acts 21:37-22:21
Understand It
- What did Paul ask as he was about to be taken away? (21:37)
- What language did the Apostle use in speaking to the crowd? (21:40)
- How did Paul address his audience? (22:1)
Apply It
- *What words, gestures, or practices can you use to show respect in how you speak to others?
Paul the Roman Citizen - Acts 22:22-29
Understand It
- How did Paul anger the crowd? (22:22)
- How did the mob express their intense anger? (22:23)
- Why did the commander order that Paul be taken away and beaten? (22:24)
Apply It
- For whose salvation will you pray each day this week?
Before the Sanhedrin - Acts 22:30-23:11
Understand It
- What bold claims did Paul make? (23:1)
- What order did Ananias give? (23:2)
- What did Paul say in reaction to the high priest’s illegal command? (23:3)
Apply It
- What reminder can you use to help you be wise with your words this week?
