The ACTS of the Apostles 22

Read Acts 17:16-34

 

In Athens

 

1. Have you ever felt uncomfortable looking at any sculptures of pieces of art? Why?

 

 

 

 

2. How did the philosophers react to what Paul was saying? (17:18)

 

 

 

 

3. How did the Areopagus view Paul’s message?  Why would it be difficult for Paul to share the gospel to the Athenians and foreigners living there? (17:19-21)

 

 

 

 

4. How did Paul use his knowledge of the Athenians’ “unknown god”  to present the true God? (17:23) Why do you think the Athenians had an altar to an “unknown god?”

 

 

 

 

5. What incorrect views of God are held in our society? 

 

 

 

 

6. What ways can you make the message of Christ understandable to your non-Christian friends and co-workers?

 

 

 

 

Read Acts 18:1-17

 

In Corinth

 

7. In Corinth, why did Paul turn to the Gentiles? (18:6-7)

 

 

 

 

8. Why do you think Gallio didn’t intervene in the attack against Sosthenes? (18:17)

 

 

 

 

9. Why would Paul have welcomed an encouraging word from the Lord?

 

 

 

 

10. What Christian issues create conflict in our legal system today?

 

 

 

 

11. How has God brought encouragement to you in your life?