Read Acts 21:27-36

1. What were some of the false reports against Paul?

2. When the Roman commander asked what Paul had done, why couldn’t he get at the truth?

3. Why are people so protective of their ethnic heritage?

4. Why do crowds of people often act in unpredictable and unreasonable ways?

5. What are some of the false reports that go around about the Christian faith?

6. How can we help dispel such false reports?

Read Acts 21:37-22:21

7. Why was the tribune surprised that Paul spoke Greek? (21:38)

8. How did Paul address his audience? (22:1)

9. Why do you think Paul told his own story instead of preaching a sermon?

10. What gave Paul credibility to his audience?

11. What are some things you can do to build credibility with your friends and co-workers?