Day 37: Acts 20-22

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?

Tomorrow: Acts 23-25