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Chapter 10 How The Old And New Testament Link

At this point, you already know that the Bible is one big, unified piece from the very start of Genesis until the end of Malachi. The Old Testament prepared the stage and laid the foundation for the good news that the New Testament brings.

The New Testament is more figurative; it puts together everything the Old Testament has been trying to tell you. It is impossible not to see how the Holy Spirit divinely inspired the Bible, as it contains everything you need for your life. Every book from the Old to the New Testament is so beautifully interwoven.

They complement each other, from the creation of Adam to the coming of Jesus, the Prophets of old to the Apostles of the early Church, etc. It is one grand tale of different dispensations whose relevance and significance transcends time, and its lessons are still very much applicable in today’s world.

One section would be incomplete without the other: having the New without the Old just wouldn’t be right, and vice versa; there would be too many unfilled gaps and missing pieces. The Bible will only make sense by merging both parts; you cannot rule out one from the other.

As a matter of fact, most of Jesus1s teaching and that of his apostles always consisted of references from the Old Testament, and this isn’t hard to figure out as modern-day Bibles come with cross-references that point from the Old Testament to the New and the other way around. Nevertheless, the unison between these two sections is bigger than this; the Bible is not just about the story told by the Old Testament, which was later brought to life by Christ in the New Testament.

It tells of God’s unending love, seen in His unrelenting pursuit of humanity, a pursuit of love that brought about the fulfillment ofthe promise of Jesus Christ as the savior of the world.

This chapter is here to help you simplify the link between the two sections ofthe Bible, identify similar themes, compare and contrast both themes based on their usage in the different sections, and have a better and more grounded understanding of the Bible in general.

The Link

It is necessary to understand the link between the Old Testament and the New Testament to help you lay a perspective in your Christian walk and know your place and role in the body of Christ. All through the Old Testament, only the people of Israel were regarded as Gods chosen people.

However, that changed with the coming of Jesus Christ in the New Testament, which brought about a reconciliation between you and God. However, walking under the New Covenant does not diminish the importance of the Old Testament, but rather, a focused look at both sections, side by side, will bring you a better understanding of your place and inheritance as a believer and a child of God.

The New Testament is the fulfillment of the promise made in the Old Testament, and you can’t do one without the other. The Bible is a single story with two parts, the Old and New Testaments, both working together. They validate each other because they share a common author —God.

Although different people physically wrote the Bible, they did so under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. In 2 Peter 1:21, it’s stated that holy men spoke as the Holy Spirit moved them. This emphasizes that every word in the Bible comes from divine inspiration.

Further confirming this, 2 Timothy 3:16 declares that all Scripture is given by the inspiration of God, serving various purposes. When you understand this, you will realize that God, as the divine author, had a central goal; the revelation of Christ to every Christian. Jesus Himself pointed this out in John 5:39, stating that the Scriptures testify about Him.

So, even though you encounter Jesus directly in the New Testament, His presence has been there from the very beginning of the Bible. The central message all through the books has been Christ, making the Bible a cohesive revelation of God’s plan for His people. Without the knowledge of the fall of man, their feeble attempts to reconcile back to God,

the generation’s worth of efforts made, the promise of a better way, and the anticipation of the fulfillment of that promise, the New Testament would not have as much significance as it does today. A new Christian must get to see where it all began, how one event led to another, and how it relates to them.

So, here are some core themes, events, people, and things that took place in the Old Testament that find more emphasis in the New Testament:

Exploring The Connection Between Old And New Testaments

The Old Testament and the New Testament may seem like separate books, but they are deeply connected. This section will take you through how the practices, laws, and ceremonies from the old days will help you understand the big picture of God’s plan.

Old Testament Practices Fulfilled In The New Testament

Back in the time ofthe Old Testament, the children of Israel followed a system of offering animal sacrifices to make up for their sins and obtain a right standing with God. These sacrifices were tedious, as they required specific rules and rituals in Mosaic Law for each of them.

Besides that, they still couldn’t achieve a perfect goal of total cleanliness, as these sacrifices had to be made over and over again. Due to this, the New Testament was made to usher in a one¬ time change in the ways of achieving cleanliness and righteousness in the Old Testament. The old way of sacrificing animals finds its ultimate meaning and completion in the work of Jesus Christ.

He is often called the “Lamb of God” because His sacrifice on the cross became the perfect offering that fulfills the purpose of animal sacrifices once and for all. The Bible says in Hebrews 9:11-12 that “Jesus, by his blood, secured eternal redemption” This means forgiveness and a restored relationship with God.

The very thing they tried so hard to establish and keep in the Old Testament was finally made available. For clarity, Jesus didn’t come to get rid of the Old Testament rules but to fulfill them; this He explained in Matthew 5:17. His sacrifice on the cross totally

The New Testament makes it clear that the sacrifice of Jesus is different from the old animal sacrifices, which only had a temporary impact and a symbol of something better to come. The sacrifice on the cross was a complete and final solution to the problem of sin. In Hebrews 10:19-20.

The Bible, in Hebrews 10:19-20, encourages Christians to confidently approach God because of the sacrifice of Jesus. His sacrifice opens up a new way for everyone to connect with God. In summary, the Old Testament practice of sacrificing animals finds fulfillment in the person and work of Jesus. His sacrifice on the cross brings a whole new approach for people to relate to God.

Old Testament Laws Fulfilled In The New Testament

One very common thing about the Jewish customs was the many laws they had in place: morals, ceremonial, and civil. These laws were not just for show; they were the guiding force for the children of Israel back then. It was a core part of their lives.

Now, when you look at the New Testament, especially through the teachings of Jesus, you find that these laws remain, but this time, they are fulfilled in a new way. Jesus didn’t come to get rid ofthe Old Testament laws but to show their true meaning. Somehow, the people had lost their ways and misunderstood everything He had been trying to teach them all through several generations.

Because of His love, He wanted people to understand the heart and spirit behind the rules, not just to follow them externally. In Matthew 5:17, Jesus says,

meaning he wanted to complete the purpose of these laws. He had to show them and everyone after them the true meaning of the law One core example is the command to “love your neighbor” from the Old Testament. In the New Testament, Jesus takes it a step further, teaching everyone not only to love those close to them but even their enemies (Matthew 5:43-44).

This shows a shift from just following rules to letting love transform your heart a key aspect of the fulfillment of the law in the New Testament. This means rather than carrying it out robotically, you should obey these laws out of love for God and His people.

God has always been about the heart rather than the deed. The state of the heart is what matters. When your heart is compelled by love, you will gladly obey every instruction, but if not, it will only seem rigid and forced.

In the Old Testament, the laws given to the Israelites were written on stone, external, and visible. However, with the coming of the New Covenant, there is the fulfillment of the promise in a different and better way: God Himself writes His laws on your heart, emphasizing a personal relationship over external regulations. This promise was mentioned in the Old Testament book of Jeremiah 31:3 3.

The Old Testament laws find a new and dearer understanding in the New Testament. Jesus shows you the heart behind the rules, and the New Covenant brings a personal connection with God. It’s not just about following external laws; it’s about letting love transform you and embracing a deeper relationship with God through the teachings of Jesus, and in doing this, you will effortlessly fulfill every law.

Old Testament Ceremonies Fulfilled In The New Testament

In the Old Testament, certain practices such as circumcision, Passover, and the Sabbath held significant roles in the religious observance of the Israelites; just like their laws, this was also a core part of the Israelites. However, like their laws, it was done without the right understanding.

As you transition into the New Testament, these practices take on a renewed and deeper meaning through the lens of Christ and the Christian faith. The Old Testament showed how they were done, but the New Testament revealed why they are done: not the reason it was done in the Old Testament, but the reason why God established it in the first place.

Circumcision, once a physical covenant marking in the Old Testament, undergoes a profound spiritual transformation in the New Testament. It was well explained in Romans 2:29 when Apostle Paul emphasized that true circumcision is a matter of the heart, achieved through faith in Christ.

It shifted from being just an external ritual to a Christian’s spiritual reality, which symbolizes a profound internal connection with God.

Moving to the Passover, a pivotal event commemorating the Israelites’ liberation from slavery in Egypt, the New Testament reveals Jesus as the ultimate fulfillment of this Old Testament ritual, just like circumcision, its purpose was also reinvented.

In 1 Corinthians 5:7, Apostle Paul, speaking again, describes Christ as the true Passover Lamb, sacrificed for the freedom of believers from spiritual bondage. This verse helps the Christian faith to find its foundation in the deliverance brought about by Jesus’ sacrificial death and His resurrection.

Also, the Sabbath, a day of rest and reflection in the Old Testament, experiences a transformative fulfillment in the teachings of Jesus. In Matthew 11:28-30, Jesus invites believers to find rest not just on a specific day but continuously through a relationship with Him. He emphasizes that the Sabbath is made for man and not man for the Sabbath, as stated in Mark 2:27.

This new understanding emphasizes the Sabbath’s purpose, meaning that its observation extends beyond rigid observance to a relational aspect, where Christians discover peace and renewal for their souls. The teaching reveals that the Sabbath is a gift from God intended to bring restoration and spiritual rejuvenation to humanity. Therefore, in the New Testament context, the Sabbath finds its fulfillment in Jesus, who offers a perpetual and meaningful rest that goes beyond mere adherence to a specific day.

In essence, these Old Testament practices find a richer and more profound meaning in the New Testament. Circumcision becomes a spiritual transformation of the heart through faith, Passover finds fulfillment in Jesus as the liberating Lamb and the Sabbath evolves into a continuous spiritual rest in a relationship with Christ.

These transformations show the spiritual depth that Christ brings to these ancient practices, going beyond mere rituals to a meaningful and ongoing connection with God in the Christian faith. Christ is the heart and life force of the Christian walk; everything else would be mere practices without Him

Old Testament Feast And Festivals Fulfilled In The New Testament

Another Old Testament practice that finds fulfillment and expression in the New Testament is the feasts, like the Feast of Tabernacles and the Feast of Pentecost. These practices held special meaning as celebrations of God’s faithfulness and provision; nevertheless, in the New Testament, these feasts find their fulfillment in Jesus and the events surrounding His life, death, and resurrection, and also in the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.

The Feast of Tabernacles, which is a remembrance of the Israelites’ journey and God’s presence with them in the wilderness, finds fulfillment in the New Testament through Jesus.

When it says in John 1:14 that “the Word became flesh and dwelt among us,” the term ’’dwelt” used in that verse can be translated as “tabernacled” or “Inhabited” from the original Greek word. This means Jesus, in His life here and after, embodies God’s presence among us, providing guidance, protection, and sustenance.

The Feast of Pentecost, initially a harvest celebration, gains new meaning in the New Testament with the arrival of the Holy Spirit. In Acts 2, you see the disciples experience the Holy Spirit coming upon them, which is symbolized by tongues of fire.

This event, described in Acts 2:2-4, marked the beginning of the Church and empowered Christians like yourself to share the message of Christ globally.

So, these Old Testament feasts, although a reminder of God’s faithfulness, are now more than that; they point to the fulfillment of His promises in Christ. Jesus is the living embodiment of the Feast of Tabernacles, providing spiritual guidance and protection.

At the same time, the Feast of Pentecost, with the Holy Spirit’s arrival, signifies the birth of the Church and the ongoing presence of God with His people. In essence, these feasts are not just historical rituals. They are living symbols of God’s redemptive plan.

In Jesus’ the promises of provision, guidance, and the Holy Spirit find their complete fulfillment. As a Christian today, you are invited to celebrate not only the past events but also the present reality of God’s faithfulness in your life.

These feasts were just a glimpse of what was to come; now, they brightly reflect the transformative work of Jesus and the continuous presence ofthe Holy Spirit in establishing and growing the church.

Adam: The First And Second

When you look at how Old Testament practices connect with the New Testament, it’s important to see how Adam and Jesus fit into the picture. The Old Testament sacrifices and rules were like a setup for Jesus to come and fix things.

Jesus Christ, often called the second Adam, was not just the second; He was the last, the perfect Adam. He sorted out the mess caused by the first Adam’s mistakes, which He did by sacrificing himself to make things right with God. A look at yourself, through the lens of Adam and Jesus, is a clear depiction of the former man, which was the old you who died to give way for the new man.

Jesus didn’t just talk about following the rules; He actually lived them out perfectly. This made a big difference and shows you what it means to live a good life under God’s new plan. So, seeing how Jesus handled things compared to Adam is like seeing the old problems get fixed by Jesus. This whole correlation between Adam and Jesus shows you God’s plan for making things right.

Moments Of Reflection

1. How does the idea of Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament practices impact your understanding of God’s plan?
2. In what ways can you relate the shift from external compliance to internal transformation, as discussed in the context of Old and New Testament laws, to your own life?
3. How might the changes to rituals in the New Testament, like circumcision, Passover, and the Sabbath, impact the way you view daily practices in your faith Life?
4. Think about the similarities between Adam and Jesus regarding redemption. How does this idea connect with your personal experiences of grace and forgiveness?
5. How do you see the concept of God’s promises finding fulfillment in the events of the New Testament shaping your hope and trust in God’s faithfulness?
6. How does seeing Jesus as the “Lamb of God,” the ultimate sacrifice, shape your ideas about forgiveness and redemption?
7. How do God’s grace, love, and restoration relate to your own experiences of spiritual growth and renewal?

The connection between the Old and New Testament is that of one entity with two parts working side by side to achieve a single goal by turning promises into fulfillment, turning shadows into reality, revealing the broken and flawed areas in humanity, and fixing what is broken through Jesus Christ.

The Old Testament sets things up, and the New Testament makes everything happen. It is a beautiful song of God’s grace, love, and making things right again. The Old and New Testaments reflect an image of the old you and the new you.

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Acts Of The Apostles – Acts Chapter 20

1. And after the uproar was ceased, Paul called unto him the disciples and embraced them, and departed for to go into Macedonia.
2. And when he had gone over those parts and had given them much exhortation, he came into Greece,
3. And there abode three months. And when the Jews laid wait for him, as he was about to sail into Syria, he purposed to return through Macedonia.
4. And there accompanied him into Asia Sopater of Berea; and of the Thessalonians, Aristarchus and Secundus; and Gaius of Derbe, and Timotheus; and of Asia, Tychicus and Trophimus.
5. These going before tarried for us at Troas.
6. And we sailed away from Philippi after the days of unleavened bread, and came unto them to Troas in five days; where we abode seven days.
7. And upon the first day of the week, when the disciples came together to break bread, Paul preached unto them, ready to depart on the morrow; and continued his speech until midnight
8. And there were many lights in the upper chamber, where they were gathered together.
9. And there sat in a window a certain young man named Eutychus, being fallen into a deep sleep: and as Paul was long preaching, he sunk down with sleep and fell down from the third loft, and was taken up dead.
10. And Paul went down and fell on him, and embracing him said, Trouble not yourselves; for his life is in him
11. When he, therefore, was come up again, and had broken bread, and eaten, and talked a long while, even till break of day, so he departed.
12. And they brought the young man alive and were not a little comforted.
13. And we went before to ship, and sailed unto Assos, there intending to take in Paul: for so had he appointed, minding himself to go afoot.
14. And when he met with us at Assos, we took him in and came to Mitylene.
15. And we sailed thence, and came the next day over against Chios, and the next day we arrived at Samos and tarried at Trogyllium; and the next day we came to Miletus
16. For Paul had determined to sail by Ephesus, because he would not spend the time in Asia: for he hasted, if it were possible for him, to be at Jerusalem the day of Pentecost.
17. And from Miletus, he sent to Ephesus and called the elders of the church.
18. And when they came to him, he said unto them, Ye know, from the first day that 1 came into Asia, after what manner I have been with you at all seasons,
19. Serving the Lord with all humility of mind, and with many tears, and temptations, which befell me by the lying in wait of the Jews:
20. And how I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you but has showed you, and has taught you publicly, and from house to house,
21. Testifying both to the Jews, and also to the Greeks, repentance toward God, and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ
22. And now, behold, I go bound in the spirit unto Jerusalem, not knowing the things that shall befall me there:
23. Save that the Holy Ghost witnesseth in every city, saying that bonds and afflictions abide me.
24. But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.
25. And now, behold, I know that ye all, among whom I have gone preaching the kingdom of God, shall see my face no more
26. Wherefore I take you to record this day, that I am pure from the blood of all men.
27. For I have not shunned to declare unto you all the counsel of God.
28. Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood
29. For I know this, that after my departing shall grievous wolves enter in among you, not sparing the flock.
30. Also of your own selves shall men arise, speaking perverse things, to draw away disciples after them.
31. Therefore watch, and remember, that by the space of three years, I ceased not to warn every one night and day with tears.
32. And now, brethren, 1 commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up and to give you an inheritance among all them which are sanctified.
33. I have coveted no man’s silver, or gold, or apparel.
34. Yea, ye yourselves know, that these hands have ministered unto my necessities, and to them that were with me.
35. I have showed you all things, how that so laboring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive.
36. And when he had thus spoken, he kneeled down, and prayed with them all.
37. And they all wept sore, and fell on Paul’s neck, and kissed him,
38. Sorrowing most of all for the words which he spake, that they should see his face no more. And they accompanied him unto the ship

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Chapter 20 – Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1. Where does Paul go after the uproar in Ephesus? (Acts 20:1)

1. Antioch
2. Jerusalem
3. Troas
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

Question 2. “And we sailed away from Philippi after the days of unleavened bread, and came unto them to Troas in five days; where we abode seven days. And upon the first day of the week, when the disciples came together to break bread, Paul preached unto them, ready to depart on the morrow; and continued his speech until midnight. And there were many lights in the upper chamber, where they were gathered together.” What happens while Paul is preaching? (Acts 20:9)

1. The Jews break in on them and arrest Paul
2. The Holy Spirit descends on all those present
3. Paul begins to speak in a foreign tongue
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

“And there sat in a window a certain young man…being fallen into a deep sleep: And as Paul was long preaching, he sunk down with sleep, and fell down from the third loft, and was taken up dead.” (20:9)

Acts 20 Paul’S Determination To Preach The Gospel

Question 3. What is the name of the young man who fell to his death? (Acts 20:9)

1. Euphrosynos
2. Haralambos
3. Eutychus
4. None of the above

Answer: 3. Eutychus

“And there sat in a window a certain young man named Eutychus, being fallen into a deep sleep: And as Paul was long preaching, he sunk down with sleep and fell down from the third loft, and was taken up dead.” (20:9)

Question 4. What happens next? (Acts 20:10-12)

1. Paul raises him from the dead
2. Paul weeps over Eutychus
3. They bury Eutychus
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 1. Paul raises him from the dead

“And Paul went down, and fell on him, and embracing him said, Trouble not yourselves; for his life is in him.’ When he, therefore, was come up again, and had broken bread, and eaten, and talked a long while, even till break of day, so he departed. And they brought the young man alive, and were not a little comforted.” (20:10-12)

Question 5. “And we went before to ship, and sailed unto Assos, there intending to take in Paul: For so had he appointed, minding himself to go afoot. And when he met with us at Assos, we took him in and came to Mitylene. And we sailed thence, and came the next day over against Chios, and the next day we arrived at Samos and tarried at Trogyllium; and the next day we came to Miletus. For Paul had determined to sail by Ephesus because he would not spend the time in Asia: For he hasted….” Why is Paul in a rush? (Acts 20:16)

1. He wants to be in Jerusalem in time for Pentecost
2. He is informed by an angel that he doesn’t have much time to live
3. He always feels that there is much more work to do, so he is always in a rush
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 1. He wants to be in Jerusalem in time for Pentecost

‘For Paul had determined to sail by Ephesus, because he would not spend the time in Asia: For he hasted, if it were possible for him, to be at Jerusalem the day of Pentecost.” (20:16)

Acts 20 Paul’s Example Of Servant Leadership

Question 6. ‘And from Miletus, he sent to Ephesus and called the elders of the church. And when they were come to him….11 What is the rest of Acts 20 dedicated to? (Acts 20:18-35)

1. The path that Paul takes to return to Jerusalem
2. Paul’s farewell address to the church in Ephesus
3. Paul’s capture by the Romans, and his path to Rome for trial
4. None of the above

Answer: 2. Paul’s farewell address to the church in Ephesus

“And when they came to him, he said unto them, rYe know, from the first day that I came into Asia, after what manner I have been with you at all seasons, serving the LORD with all humility of mind, and with many tears, and temptations, which befell me by the lying in wait of the Jews: And how I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you but has shown you and has taught you publicly, and from house to house, testifying both to the Jews, and also to the Greeks, repentance toward God, and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ.”‘ (20:1 8-21 )

Question 7. When, does Paul say, will he return to the church in Ephesus? (Acts 20:25)

1. After spending some time in Jerusalem
2. After he visits Rome, he will stop in Ephesus on his way back to Antioch
3. After he visits the Christians in Corinth
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

“And now, behold, I know that ye all, among whom I have gone preaching the kingdom of God, shall see my face no more.” (20:25)

Question 8. “Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood.” What does Paul warn the church at Ephesus? (Acts 20:29-30)

1. That they must not lose the fervency of their first love
2. That after he departs, wolves will arise from without and from within
3. That they need to remain as innocent as doves, and as crafty as foxes
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 2. That after he departs, wolves will arise from without and from within

For I know this, that after my departing shall grievous wolves enter in among you, not sparing the flock. Also of your own selves shall men arise, speaking perverse things, to draw away disciples after them.” (20:29-30)

Acts 20 The Holy Spirit’s Guidance In Paul’s Journey

Question 9. “And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up and to give you an inheritance among all them which are sanctified. I have coveted no man’s silver, or gold, or apparel.” What does Paul then set himself up as an example of? (Acts 20:34-35)

1. An example of one who has no interest in worldly possessions
2. An example of one who makes no distinctions based on wealth
3. An example of one who lives from the toils of his labors
4. None of the above

Answer: 3. An example of one who lives from the toils of his labors

“Yea, ye yourselves know, that these hands have ministered unto my necessities, and to them that were with me. I have shown you all things, how that so laboring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.”‘ (20:34-35)

Question 10. What is the last thing Paul does before heading out to the ship? (Acts 20:36-38)

1. He prays with them
2. He embraces each member of the community
3. He weeps over them
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 1. He prays with them

Acts Of The Apostles – Acts Chapter 19

1. And it came to pass, that, while Apollos was at Corinth, Paul having passed through the upper coasts came to Ephesus: and finding certain disciples,
2. He said unto them, Have ye received the Holy Ghost since ye believed? And they said unto him, We have not so much as heard whether there be any Holy Ghost.
3. And he said unto them, Unto what then were ye baptized? And they said, Unto John’s baptism.
4. Then said Paul, John verily baptized with the baptism of repentance, saying unto the people, that they should believe on him which should come after him, that is, on Christ Jesus.
5. When they heard this, they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus.
6. And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Ghost came on them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied
7. And all the men were about twelve
8. And he went into the synagogue, and spake boldly for the space of three months, disputing and persuading the things concerning the kingdom of God.
9. But when divers were hardened and believed not, but spake evil of that way before the multitude, he departed from them, and separated the disciples, disputing daily in the school of one Tyrannus.
10. And this continued by the space of two years; so that all they which dwelt in Asia heard the word of the Lord Jesus, both Jews and Greeks.
11. And God wrought special miracles by the hands of Paul:
12. So that from his body were brought unto the sick handkerchiefs or aprons, and the diseases departed from them, and the evil spirits went out of them.
13. Then certain of the vagabond Jews, exorcists, took upon them to call over them which had evil spirits the name of the Lord Jesus, saying, We adjure you by Jesus whom Paul preacheth.
14. And there were seven sons of one Sceva, a Jew, and chief of the priests, which did so.
15. And the evil spirit answered and said, Jesus, I know, and Paul1 know; but who are ye?
16. And the man in whom the evil spirit leaped on them, and overcame them, and prevailed against them so that they fled out of that house naked and wounded.
17. And this was known to all the Jews and Greeks also dwelling at Ephesus, and fear fell on them all, and the name of the Lord Jesus was magnified.
18. And many that believed came, and confessed, and showed their deeds.
19. Many of them also used curious arts brought their books together, and burned them before all men: and they counted the price of them, and found it fifty thousand pieces of silver.
20. So mightily grew the word of God and prevailed.
21. After these things were ended, Paul purposed in the spirit, when he had passed through Macedonia and Achaia, to go to Jerusalem, saying, After I have been there, I must also see Rome.
22. So he sent into Macedonia two of them that ministered unto him, Timotheus and Erastus; but he himself stayed in Asia for a season
23. And the same time there arose no small stir about that way.
24. For a certain man named Demetrius, a silversmith, who made silver shrines for Diana, brought no small gain unto the craftsmen;
25. Whom he called together with the workmen of like occupation, and said, Sirs, ye know that by this craft we have our wealth.
26. Moreover ye see and hear, that not alone at Ephesus, but almost throughout all Asia, this Paul hath persuaded and turned away many people, saying that they are no gods, which are made with hands:
27. So that not only this our craft is in danger to be set at naught; but also that the temple of the great goddess Diana should be despised, and her magnificence should be destroyed, whom all Asia and the world worshippeth.
28. And when they heard these sayings, they were full of wrath, and cried out, saying, Great is Diana of the Ephesians
29. And the whole city was filled with confusion: and having caught Gaius and Aristarchus, men of Macedonia, Paul’s companions in travel, they rushed with one accord into the theatre.
30. And when Paul would have entered in unto the people, the disciples suffered him not.
31. And certain of the chief of Asia, which were his friends, sent unto him, desiring him that he would not adventure himself into the theatre.
32. Some, therefore, cried one thing and some another: for the assembly was confused: and the more part knew not wherefore they came together.
33. And they drew Alexander out of the multitude, the Jews putting him forward. And Alexander beckoned with the hand and would have made his defense unto the people.
34. But when they knew that he was a Jew, all with one voice about the space of two hours cried out, Great is Diana of the Ephesians.
35. And when the town clerk had appeased the people, he said, Ye men of Ephesus, what man is there that knoweth not how that the city of the Ephesians is a worshipper of the great goddess Diana, and of the image which fell down from Jupiter?
36. Seeing then that these things cannot be spoken against, ye ought to be quiet, and to do nothing rashly.
37. For ye have brought hither these men, which are neither robbers of churches, nor yet blasphemers of your goddess.
38. Wherefore if Demetrius, and the craftsmen who are with him, have a matter against any man, the law is open, and there are deputies: let them implead one another.
39. But if ye enquire anything concerning other matters, it shall be determined in a lawful assembly.
40. For we are in danger of being called in question for this day’s uproar, there being no cause whereby we may give an account of this concourse.
41. And when he had thus spoken, he dismissed the assembly.

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Chapter 19 – Multiple Choice Question

Question 1. “And it came to pass, that, while Apollos was at Corinth, Paul having passed through the upper coasts came to Ephesus: And finding certain disciples….” What situation does Paul find in Ephesus? (Acts 19:2)

1. That the believers there have fallen into fornication
2. That the believers there have not received the Holy Spirit
3. That the believers there are still requiring proselytes to get circumcised
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 2. That the believers there have not received the Holy Spirit

Acts 19 Paul Baptizes Disciples In Ephesus

“He said unto them, ‘Have ye received the Holy Ghost since ye believed?’ And they said unto him, ‘We have not so much as heard whether there be any Holy Ghost….'” (19:2)

Question 2. “And he said unto them, TJnto what then were ye baptized?'” What is their response? (Acts 19:3)

1. They were baptized with the baptism of the Father
2. They were baptized with John’s baptism
3. They have not yet been baptized at all
4. None of the above

Answer: 2. They were baptized with John’s baptism

“And he said unto them, 1Unto what then were ye baptized?1 And they said, ‘Unto John’s baptism.”‘ (19:3)

Question 3. ‘Then said Paul, ‘John verily baptized with the baptism of repentance, saying unto the people, that they should believe on him which should come after him, that is, on Christ Jesus.1 When they heard this, they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Ghost came on them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied.” What does Paul do next? (Acts 19:8)

1. He departs for Corinth
2. He returns to Jerusalem
3. He spends his time healing people
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

“And he went into the synagogue, and spake boldly for the space of three months, disputing and persuading the things concerning the kingdom of God.” (19:8)

Question 4. “But when divers were hardened and believed not, but spake evil of that way before the multitude, he departed from them, and separated the disciples, disputing daily in the school of one Tyrannus.” How long does Paul remain in Asia Minor? (Acts 19:10)

1. Two years
2. One year
3. Six months
4. None of the above

Answer: 1. Two years

“And this continued by the space of two years; so that all they which dwelt in Asia heard the word of the Lord Jesus, both Jews and Greeks. M (19:10)

Question 5. “And God wrought special miracles by the hands of Paul….” What is the example that Luke then provides of miracles wrought by the hands of Paul? (Acts 19:12)

1. Wherever he goes, the people bring their sick and suffering to Paul
2. Handkerchiefs that have touched Paul are used to heal people and exorcize others of demons C. Wherever he goes, people that are sick are healed by simply standing in Paul’s shadow
3. All of the above
4. None of the above

Answer: 2. Handkerchiefs that have touched Paul are used to heal people and exorcize others of demons C. Wherever he goes, people that are sick are healed by simply standing in Paul’s shadow

Question 6. “Then certain of the vagabond Jews, exorcists, took upon them to call over them which had evil spirits the name of the LORD Jesus, saying, We adjure you by Jesus whom Paul preacheth.’ And there were seven sons of one Sceva, a Jew, and chief of the priests, which did so.11 What happens to these “vagabond Jews’? (Acts 19:15-16)

1. They get killed for being blasphemous
2. They become Christians
3. During an exorcism, they get attacked by the evil spirit
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 3. During an exorcism, they get attacked by the evil spirit

“And the evil spirit answered and said, ’Jesus I know, and Paul I know; but who are ye?r And the man in whom the evil spirit leaped on them, and overcame them, and prevailed against them so that they fled out of that house naked and wounded.” (19:15-1 6)

Acts 19 The Holy Spirit’s Work In Ephesus

Question 7. The story of the exorcism gone bad ”was known to all the Jews and Greeks also dwelling at Ephesus.,..11 What effect does this have? (Acts 19:1 7-1 9)

1. Fear falls on the people of Ephesus
2. The name of the Lord Jesus is magnified
3. Many confess Christ and repent of their witchcraft
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 4. All of the above

“And this was known to all the Jews and Greeks also dwelling at Ephesus, and fear fell on them all, and the name of the Lord Jesus was magnified. And many that believed came, and confessed, and showed their deeds. Many of them also who used curious arts brought their books together, and burned them before all men: And they counted the price of them, and found it fifty thousand pieces of silver. ” (19:17- 19)

Question 8. “So mightily grew the word of God and prevailed. After these things were ended, Paul purposed in the spirit, when he had passed through Macedonia and Achaia, to go to Jerusalem, saying, After I have been there, I must also see Rome.’ So he sent into Macedonia two of them that ministered unto him, Timotheus and Erastus; but he himself stayed in Asia for a season. And the same time there arose no small stir about that way” Who is the person, that created this “no small stir”? (Acts 19:24)

1. Demetrius
2. Apollos
3. Paul
4. None of the above

Answer: 1. Demetrius

‘For a certain man named Demetrius, a silversmith, which made silver shrines for Diana, brought no small gain unto the craftsmen…’ (19:24)

Question 9. What is Demetrius’ problem? (Acts 19:24-27)

1. He is a devout Jew and takes offense at Paul’s teaching
2. He is the governor of that area and sees that the growing presence of the Christians is beginning to cause problems
3. He is a Roman soldier and becomes a Christian, and in so doing he has to reject the state gods of the Romans
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

“For a certain man named Demetrius, a silversmith, who made silver shrines for Diana, brought no small gain unto the craftsmen; whom he called together with the workmen of like occupation, and said, ‘Sirs, ye know that by this craft we have our wealth.

Moreover, ye see and hear, that not alone at Ephesus, but almost throughout all Asia, this Paul hath persuaded and turned away many people, saying that they are no gods, which are made with hands: So that not only this our craft is in danger to be set at naught;

but also that the temple of the great goddess Diana should be despised, and her magnificence should be destroyed, whom all Asia and the world worshipped.”‘ (19:24-27)

Acts 19 Miracles Through Paul’s Hands

Question 10. “And when they heard these sayings, they were full of wrath, and cried out, saying, ‘Great is Diana of the Ephesians.’ And the whole city was filled with confusion: And having caught Gaius and Aristarchus, men of Macedonia, Paul’s companions in travel, they rushed with one accord into the theatre.1’ What does Paul do? (Acts 19:30-31)

1. He wants to go to the aid of his companions, but the other disciples won’t let him
2. He goes to the aid of his companions and is able to quiet the crowd
3. He goes to the aid of his companions and is arrested along with them
4. None of the above

Answer: 1. He wants to go to the aid of his companions, but the other disciples won’t let him

“And when Paul would have entered in unto the people, the disciples suffered him not. And certain of the chief of Asia, which were his friends, sent unto him, desiring him that he would not adventure himself into the theatre.” (19:30-31)

Question 11. “Some, therefore, cried one thing, and some another: For the assembly was confused: And the more part knew not wherefore they came together. And they drew Alexander out of the multitude, the Jews putting him forward. And Alexander beckoned with the hand and would have made his defense unto the people. But when they knew that he was a Jew….” What did the crowd do “when they knew he was a Jew”? (Acts 19:34)

1. They beat him and kill him
2. They throw him in prison
3. For two hours they cry out, ”Great is Diana of the Ephesians
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 3. For two hours they cry out, ”Great is Diana of the Ephesians

Question 12. Who, finally, is able to appease the people? (Acts 19:35)

1. Paul
2. Apollos
3. Demetrius
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

”And when the town clerk had appeased the people….” (19:35)

Question 13. “And when the town clerk had appeased the people, he said, ‘Ye men of Ephesus, what man is there that knoweth not how that the city of the Ephesians is a worshipper of the great goddess Diana, and of the image which fell down from Jupiter? Seeing then that these things cannot be spoken against, ye ought to be quiet, and to do nothing rashly. For ye have brought hither these men, which are neither robbers of churches, nor yet blasphemers of your goddess. Wherefore if Demetrius and the craftsmen are with What does the town clerk say that Demetrius should do? (Acts 19:38)

1. Bring the matter before the court
2. Not to worry, Diana can take care of herself
3. Apologize to Gaius and Aristarchus
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 1. Bring the matter before the court

“Wherefore if Demetrius, and the craftsmen which are with him, have a matter against any man, the law is open, and there are deputies: Let them implead one another. But if ye enquire anything concerning other matters, it shall be determined in a lawful assembly.” (19:38-39)

The Seven Sons Of Sceva In Acts 19

Question 14. What does the town clerk warn Demetrius and the people of? (Acts 19:40)

1. That God sees all things and that if these men are of God, and they set themselves up against them, they will be setting themselves up against God
2. That they might be reprimanded by the Romans for their riotous behavior
3. That if they don’t disperse, he’ll put them all in prison
4. None of the above

Answer: 2. That they might be reprimanded by the Romans for their riotous behavior

‘For we are in danger to be called in question for this day’s uproar….” (19:40)

Question 15. Why, according to the town clerk, are they in danger of being reprimanded? (Acts 19:40)

1. Because the Romans have very strict laws regarding large meetings in public
2. Because there is no justifiable reason for the rioting
3. Because the worshippers of Diana in Ephesus already have a bad reputation with the Roman authorities
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 2. Because there is no justifiable reason for the rioting

“For we are in danger to be called in question for this day’s uproar, there being no cause whereby we may give an account of this concourse.” (19:40)

Acts Of The Apostles – Acts Chapter 18

1. After these things, Paul departed from Athens and came to Corinth;
2. And found a certain Jew named Aquila, born in Pontus, lately come from Italy, with his wife Priscilla; (because that Claudius had commanded all Jews to depart from Rome:) and came unto them.
3. And because he was of the same craft, he abode with them and wrought: for by their occupation they were tentmakers.
4. And he reasoned in the synagogue every sabbath and persuaded the Jews and the Greeks.
5. And when Silas and Timotheus came from Macedonia, Paul was pressed in the spirit and testified to the Jews that Jesus was Christ.
6. And when they opposed themselves, and blasphemed, he shook his raiment, and said unto them, Your blood be upon your own heads; I am clean; from henceforth I will go unto the Gentiles.
7. And he departed thence and entered into a certain man’s house, named Justus, one that worshipped God, whose house joined hard to the synagogue.
8. And Crispus, the chief ruler of the synagogue, believed on the Lord with all his house; and many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized.
9. Then spake the Lord to Paul in the night by a vision, Be not afraid, but speak, and hold not thy peace:
10. For I am with thee, and no man shall set on thee to hurt thee: for I have many people in this city.
11. And he continued there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them.
12. And when Gallio was the deputy of Achaia, the Jews made insurrection with one accord against Paul, and brought him to the judgment seat,
13. Saying, This fellow persuadeth men to worship God contrary to the law.
14. And when Paul was now about to open his mouth, Gallio said unto the Jews, If it were a matter of wrong or wicked lewdness, Oye Jews, reason would that I should bear with you:
15. But if it is a question of words and names, and of your law, look ye to it; for I will be no judge of such matters.
16. And he drave them from the judgment seat.
17. Then all the Greeks took Sosthenes, the chief ruler of the synagogue, and beat him before the judgment seat. And Gallio cared for none of those things.
18. And Paul after this tarried there yet a good while, and then took his leave of the brethren, and sailed thence into Syria, and with him Priscilla and Aquila; having shorn his head in Cenchrea: for he had a vow.
19. And he came to Ephesus, and left them there: but he himself entered into the synagogue, and reasoned with the Jews.
20. When they desired him to tarry longer time with them, he consented not;
21. But bade them farewell, saying, I must, by all means, keep this feast that cometh in Jerusalem: but I will return again unto you if God will. And he sailed from Ephesus.
22. And when he had landed at Caesarea, and gone up, and saluted the church, he went down to Antioch.
23. And after he had spent some time there, he departed, and went over all the country of Galatia and Phrygia in order, strengthening all the disciples.
24. And a certain Jew named Apollos, born at Alexandria, an eloquent man, and mighty in the scriptures, came to Ephesus.
25. This man was instructed in the way of the Lord; and being fervent in the spirit, he spake and taught diligently the things of the Lord, knowing only the baptism of John.
26. And he began to speak boldly in the synagogue: whom when Aquila and Priscilla had heard, they took him unto them, and expounded unto him the way of God more perfectly.
27. And when he was disposed to pass into Achaia, the brethren wrote, exhorting the disciples to receive him: who, when he came, helped them much which had believed through grace:
28. For he mightily convinced the Jews, and that publicly, showing by the scriptures that Jesus was Christ.

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Chapter 18 – Multiple Choice Question

Question1. Where does Paul go after Athens? (Acts 18:1)

1. Create
2. Patmos
3. Corinth
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 3. Corinth

Question 2. Who does Paul meet in Corinth? (Acts 1 8:2)

1. Apollo
2. Nicanor
3. Timothy
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

“And found a certain Jew named Aquila, born in Pontus..with his wife Priscilla….” (18:2)

Question 3. From where have Aquila and Priscilla recently come to Corinth? (Acts 18:2)

1. Pontus
2. Athens
3. Thessalonica
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

“And found a certain Jew named Aquila, born in Pontus, lately come from Italy, with his wife Priscilla….” (I8:2)

Acts 18 The Church In Corinth

Question 4. Why did Aquila and Priscilla recently leave Rome? (Acts 18:2)

1. Because all the Jews were told to leave Rome
2. Because an angel tells them to come to Corinth
3. Because Priscilla is from Corinth, and her father has just died
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 1. Because all the Jews were told to leave Rome

“And found a certain Jew named Aquila, born in Pontus, lately come from Italy, with his wife Priscilla; (because that Claudius had commanded all Jews to depart from Rome:) And came unto them. ” (18:2)

Question 5. Why does Paul stay with them? (Acts 18:3)

1. Because they become Christians and invite him to stay there
2. Because he has the same craft as them
3. Because an angel directs him to their home
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 2. Because he has the same craft as them

“And because he was of the same craft, he abode with them and wrought….” (18:3)

Question 6. What is their profession? (Acts 18:3)

1. They are fishermen ft
2. They are weavers
3. They are candlemakers
4. None of the above

Answer: 4. None of the above

“And because he was of the same craft, he abode with them and wrought: For by their occupation they were tentmakers.” (18 :3)

Question 7. “And he reasoned in the synagogue every sabbath, and persuaded the Jews and the Greeks, And when Silas and Timotheus came from Macedonia, Paul was pressed in the spirit, and testified to the Jews that Jesus was Christ.” How do the Corinthians in that part of the city receive Paul’s message? (Acts 18:6)

1. Many of them become Christians
2. There is great division because of him
3. They refuse to listen to him and speak blasphemously
4. None of the above

Answer: 3. They refuse to listen to him and speak blasphemously

Question 8. What is Paul’s response to them? (Acts 18:6)

1. He continues to preach to them, despite their attitude
2. He weeps for the hardness of their hearts
3. He leaves them and decides to go to the Gentiles
4. None of the above

Answer: 3. He leaves them and decides to go to the Gentiles

“And when they opposed themselves, and blasphemed, he shook his raiment, and said unto them, Tour blood be upon your own heads; I am clean; from henceforth I will go unto the Gentiles.”, (18:6)

Acts 18 The Holy Spirit’s Role In Apollos’ Ministry

Question 9. How long does Paul stay in Corinth? (Acts 18:11)

1. Not long, since he is not well-received
2. 12 months
3. 18 months
4. None of the above

Answer: 3. 18 months

“And he continued there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them.” (18:11)

Question 10. What encourages Paul in his ministry in Corinth? (Acts 18:9-10)

1. He is having success in his ministry
2. The Lord appears to him in a vision to encourage him
3. Peter sends him a message asking him to remain there
4. None of the above

Answer: 2. The Lord appears to him in a vision to encourage him

“Then spake the Lord to Paul in the night by a vision, ‘Be not afraid, but speak, and hold not thy peace, for I am with thee, and no man shall set on thee to hurt thee….” (18:9-10)

Question 11. What is one of the reasons, that the Lord mentions, that Paul is to remain in Corinth? (Acts 18:10)

1. Because the Lord has many people in Corinth
2. Because Paul needs to learn patience
3. Because Corinth is mired in idolatry and needs great help
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 1. Because the Lord has many people in Corinth

“For I am with thee, and no man shall set on thee to hurt thee: For I have many people in this city/’ (18:10)

Question 12. “And when Gallio was the deputy of Achaia….” What is it that happens? (Acts IS:12)

1. Paul converts him to Christianity
2. Paul decides it’s time to leave Corinth
3. Paul sends Silas and Timothy to Jerusalem
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

“And when Gallio was the deputy of Achaia, the Jews made insurrection with one accord against Paul, and brought him to the judgment seat, saying, This fellow persuadeth men to worship God contrary to the law.”‘ (18:12-13)

Question 13. How does Gallio respond to the allegations against Paul? (Acts 18:16)

1. He listens to them and puts Paul in prison
2. He listens to them, chastises Paul, and releases him
3. He refuses to listen to their allegations
4. None of the above

Answer: 3. He refuses to listen to their allegations

Gallio refuses to listen to the Jews’ allegations against Paul, and “he drave them from the judgment seat.” (18:16)

Acts 18 Paul’S Decision To Stay In Corinth

Question 14. Why does Gallio respond in this way? (Acts 18:14

1. Because Gallio is a drunkard who doesn’t want to deal with the rule of law
2. Because the Jews’ arguments against Paul pertain to their religion
3. Because Gallio perceives that Paul is a righteous man
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 2. Because the Jews’ arguments against Paul pertain to their religion

“And when Paul was now about to open his mouth, Gallio said unto the Jews, ‘If it were a matter of wrong or wicked lewdness, OyeJews, reason would that I should bear with you: But if it is a question of words and names, and of your law, look ye to it; for I will be no judge of such matters.’ And he drave them from the judgment seat.” (18:14-16)

Question 15. Where does Paul go next? (Acts 18:18)

1. Syria
2. Cyprus
3. Athens
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 1. Syria

“And Paul after this tarried there yet a good while and then took his leave of the brethren, and sailed thence into Syria.. (18:18)

Question 16. “And Paul after this tarried there yet a good while, and then took his leave of the brethren, and sailed thence into Syria, and with him Priscilla and Aquila; having shorn his head in Cenchrea: For he had a vow. And he came to Ephesus, and left them there: But he himself entered into the synagogue, and reasoned with the Jews.” Why does Paul leave Ephesus? (Acts 18:20-21)

1. Because the Jews run him out of town
2. Because the Jews refuse to listen to him and utter blasphemous things
3. Because an angel of the Lord tells him to return to Jerusalem
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

“When they desired him to tarry longer time with them, he consented not; but bade them farewell, saying, “I must, by all means, keep this feast that cometh in Jerusalem: But I will return again unto you if God will.’ And he sailed from Ephesus.” (18:20-21)

Question 17. “And when he had landed at Caesarea, and gone up, and saluted the church, he went down to Antioch. And after he had spent some time there, he departed, and went over all the countries of Galatia and Phrygia in order, to strengthen all the disciples. And a certain, born at Alexandria, an eloquent man, and mighty in the scriptures, came to Ephesus. This man was instructed in the way of the Lord; and being fervent in the spirit, he spake and taught diligently the things of the Lord, knowing only the baptism of John.” (Acts 18:24)

1. Nicanor
2. Apollos
3. Isidore
4. None of the above

Answer: 2. Apollos

“And a certain Jew named Apollos, born at Alexandria, an eloquent man, and mighty in the scriptures, came to Ephesus.” (18:24)

Acts 18 Paul’S Decision To Stay In Corinth

Question 18. Who instructs Apollos in the faith? (Acts I8 : 26)

1. Paul
2. Silas
3. Aquila and Priscilla
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 3. Aquila and Priscilla

Question 19. By the end of Acts 18, what has become of Apollos? (Acts 18:27-28)

1. He has become a persecutor of the Christians
2. He finds himself in Jerusalem where he debates Paul
3. He has become a disciple
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 3. He has become a disciple

“And when he was disposed to pass into Achaia, the brethren wrote, exhorting the disciples to receive him: Who, when he came, helped them much which had believed through grace: For he mightily convinced the Jews, and that publicly, showing by the scriptures that Jesus was Christ.” (18:27-28)

Acts Of The Apostles – Acts Chapter 17

1. Now when they had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, which was a synagogue of the Jews:
2. And Paul, as his manner was, went in unto them, and three sabbath days reasoned with them out of the scriptures,
3. Opening and alleging, that Christ must needs have suffered, and risen again from the dead; and that this Jesus, whom I preach unto you, is Christ.
4. And some of them believed, and consorted with Paul and Silas; and of the devout Greeks a great multitude, and of the chief women, not a few.
5. But the Jews which believed not, moved with envy, took unto them certain lewd fellows of the baser sort, and gathered a company, and set all the city on an uproar, and assaulted the house of Jason, and sought to bring them out to the people.
6. And when they found them not, they drew Jason and certain brethren unto the rulers of the city, crying, These that have turned the world upside down come hither also;
7. Whom Jason hath received: and these all do contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, one Jesus.
8. And they troubled the people and the rulers of the city when they heard these things.
9. And when they had taken security of Jason, and of the other, they let them go.
10. And the brethren immediately sent away Paul and Silas by night unto Berea: who coming thither went into the synagogue of the Jews.
11. These were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so.
12. Therefore many of them believed; also of honorable women which were Greeks, and of men, not a few.
13. But when the Jews of Thessalonica had knowledge that the word of God was preached of Paul at Berea, they came thither also and stirred up the people.
14. And then immediately the brethren sent away Paul to go as it were to the sea: but Silas and Timotheus abode there still
15. And they that conducted Paul brought him unto Athens: and receiving a commandment unto Silas and Timotheus for to come to him with all speed, they departed.
16. Now while Paul waited for them at Athens, his spirit was stirred in him, when he saw the city wholly given to idolatry.
17. Therefore disputed he in the synagogue with the Jews, and with the devout persons, and in the market daily with them that met with him
18. Then certain philosophers of the Epicureans, and of the Stoicks, encountered him. And some said, What will this babbler say? other some, He seemeth to be a setter forth of strange gods: because he preached unto them Jesus and the resurrection.
19. And they took him, and brought him unto Areopagus, saying, May we know what this new doctrine, whereof thou speakest, is?
20. For thou bringest certain strange things to our ears: we would know therefore what these things mean.
21. (For all the Athenians and strangers who were there spent their time in nothing else, but either to tell or to hear some new thing.)
22. Then Paul stood in the midst of Mars’ hill and said, Ye men of Athens, I perceive that in all things ye are too superstitious.
23. For as 1 passed by, and beheld your devotions, I found an altar with this inscription, To The Unknown God. Whom therefore ye ignorantly worship, he declares I unto you.
24. God that made the world and all things therein seeing that he is Lord of heaven and earth, dwelleth not in temples made with hands;
25. Neither is worshipped with men’s hands, as though he needed anything, seeing he giveth to all life and breath and all things;
26. And hath made of one blood all nations of men for to dwell on all the face of the earth, and hath determined the times before appointed, and the bounds of their habitation;
27. That they should seek the Lord if haply they might feel after him, and find him, though he is not far from every one of us:
28. For in him we live, and move, and have our being; as certain also of your own poets have said, For we are also his offspring.
29. Forasmuch then as we are the offspring of God, we ought not to think that the Godhead is like unto gold, or silver, or stone, graven by art and man’s device.
30. And the times of this ignorance God winked at, but now commandeth all men everywhere to repent:
31. Because he hath appointed a day, in the which he will judge the world in righteousness by that man whom he hath ordained; whereof he hath given assurance unto all men, in that he hath raised him from the dead.
32. And when they heard of the resurrection of the dead, some mocked: and others said, We will hear thee again of this matter.
33. So Paul departed from among them.
34. Howbeit certain men clave unto him, and believed: among the which was Dionysius the Areopagite, and a woman named Damaris, and others with them

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Chapter 17 – Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1. Where do Paul and Silas go next? (Acts 17:1)

1. Beroia
2. Neapolis
3. Athens
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

“Now when they had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica….” (17:1)

Question 2. What does Paul, ” as his manner was,” first do when they arrive in Thessalonica? (Acts 17:1-2)

1. He looks for disciples in the city
2. He looks for a way to earn some money, by tentmaking
3. He speaks with whoever will speak with him in the streets
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

Acts 17 Paul Preaches In Thessalonica

“Now when they had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where was a synagogue of the Jews: And Paul, as his manner was, went in unto them, and three sabbath days reasoned with them out of the scriptures, opening and alleging, that Christ must needs have suffered, and risen again from the dead; and that this Jesus, whom I preach unto you, is Christ.” (17:1-3)

Questions 3. How do those in Thessalonica respond to Paul’s preaching? (Acts 17:4)

1. No one listens to him
2. They refuse to listen to him, instead, they ask Silas to preach to them
3. Many believe
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 3. Many believe

Question 4. “But the Jews which believed not, moved with envy, took unto them certain lewd fellows of the baser sort, and gathered a company, and set all the city on an uproar, and assaulted the house of and sought to bring them out to the people. And when they found them not, they drew certain brethren unto the rulers of the city….” (Acts 17:5- 6)

1. Nicanor, Nicanor
2. Apollo, Jason
3. Apollo, Apollo
4. None of the above

Answer: 4. Apollo, Apollo

“But the Jews which believed not, moved with envy, took unto them certain lewd fellows of the baser sort, and gathered a company, and set all the city on an uproar, and assaulted the house of Jason, and sought to bring them out to the people. And when they found them not, they drew Jason and certain brethren unto the rulers of the city….” (17:5- 6)

Question 5. What is the accusation that the Jews bring against Paul and Silas before the rulers of the city? (Acts 17:6-7)

1. Paul and Silas are preaching to Jesus, whose followers have turned the world upside down
2. Paul and Silas are preaching to Jesus, whose followers act contrary to Caesar
3. Paul and Silas are preaching to Jesus, who is regarded as a king by his followers
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 4. All of the above

“And when they found them not, they drew Jason and certain brethren unto the rulers of the city, crying, ‘These that have turned the world upside down come hither also; whom Jason hath received: And these all do contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, one Jesus.’ And they troubled the people and the rulers of the city when they heard these things.” (17:6-8)

Question 6. What happens next? (Acts 17:10)

1. Paul and Silas continue preaching in Thessalonica and are eventually run out of town
2. The Christians in Thessalonica send Paul and Silas to Berea
3. Paul and Silas get arrested and Paul has the opportunity to preach to the rulers of the city
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 2. The Christians in Thessalonica send Paul and Silas to Berea

“And the brethren immediately sent away Paul and Silas by night unto Berea: Who coming thither went into the synagogue of the Jews.” (17:10)

Question 7. How does Luke characterize the Bereans in Acts 17:”? (Acts 17:11)

1. As being mired in idolatry
2. As being even less accepting than those in Thessalonica
3. As being more noble than those in Thessalonica
4. None of the above

Answer: 3. As being more noble than those in Thessalonica

‘These were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so. Therefore many of them believed; also of honorable women which were Greeks, and of men, not a few.” (17:11-12)

Acts 17 Paul’S Sermon At The Areopagus

Question 8. What happens next? (Acts 17:13)

1. Paul and Silas go to Athens
2. Paul and Silas decide to stay in Berea for a while
3. When the Jews in Thessalonica hear that Paul is in Berea, they go there to cause him problems J D. All of the above
4. None of the above

Answer: 3. When the Jews in Thessalonica hear that Paul is in Berea, they go there to cause him problems J D. All of the above

Question 9. How does Paul feel when he arrives in Athens? (Acts 17:16)

1. He is moved when he sees that the city is given over to idolatry
2. He is sickened by the idolatry he sees there and wants to leave
3. He is lonely because Silas and Timothy have not yet joined him
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 1. He is moved when he sees that the city is given over to idolatry

“Now while Paul waited for them at Athens, his spirit was stirred in him, when he saw the city wholly given to idolatry.” (17:16)

Question 10. “Therefore disputed he in the synagogue with the Jews, and with the devout persons, and in the market daily with them that met with him. Then certain philosophers of the Epicureans, and of the Stoicks, encountered him. And some said, ‘What will this babbler say?’ Other some, rHe seemeth to be a setter forth of strange gods: Because he preached unto them Jesus and the resurrection.'” Where do they bring him? (Acts 17:19)

1. To the magistrates
2. To the Areopagus
3. To the prison
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 2. To the Areopagus

“And they took him and brought him unto Areopagus….” (17:19)

Question 11. Why do they bring him to the Areopagus? (Acts 17:19)

1. To ask the gods if what he is saying is true
2. To see how well he can debate the other philosophers there
3. To ask him to explain his ideas
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 3. To ask him to explain his ideas

“And they took him, and brought him unto Areopagus, saying, ‘May we know what this new doctrine, whereof thou speakest, is? For thou bringest certain strange things to our ears: We would know therefore what these things mean.’ (For all the Athenians and strangers which were there spent their time in nothing else, but either to tell or to hear some new thing.)” (17:19-21)

Acts 17 Paul’S Response To Idols In Athens

Question 12. In his speech on the Areopagus, Paul refers to something he has seen. What is it? (Acts 17:23)

1. A young girl being sold into slavery
2. A herd of cattle being prepared for sacrifice
3. Many schools are full of young, inquisitive men
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

“Then Paul stood in the midst of Mars hill, and said, ‘Ye men of Athens, I perceive that in all things ye are too superstitious. For as I passed by, and beheld your devotions, I found an altar with this inscription, “TO THE UNKNOWN GOD.” Whom therefore ye ignorantly worship, he declares I unto you.'” (17:22- 23)

Question 13. “Forasmuch then as we are the offspring of God, we ought not to think that the Godhead is like unto______, or ______, or ______, graven by art and man’s device.’’ (Acts 17:29)

1. Gold, silver, stone
2. Rock, wood, metal
3. Stone, wood, gold
4. None of the above

Answer: 1. Gold, silver, stone

“Forasmuch then as we are the offspring of God, we ought not to think that the Godhead is like unto gold, or silver, or stone, graven by art and man’s device.” (17:29)

Question 14. ‘‘Forasmuch then as we are the offspring of God, we ought not to think that the Godhead is like unto gold, or silver, or stone, graven by art and man’s device. And the times of this ignorance God winked at, but now commandeth all men everywhere to repent: Because he hath appointed a day, in the which he will judge the world in righteousness by that man whom he hath ordained; whereof he hath given assurance unto all men, in that he hath raised him from the dead.’1 Luke then mentions that some of the Athenians mock Paul. Why do they mock him? (Acts 17:32)

1. Because he speaks Greek with a strange accent
2. Because they have already heard about Christ, and are not interested
3. Because they think that what he says about their altar to an unknown god is ridiculous
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

“And when they heard of the resurrection of the dead, some mocked….” (17:32)

Questions 15. In Acts 17:34 we read that a certain Athenian, who would become a significant figure in the Athenian church, believed Paul’s words. Who is this? (Acts 17:32-34)

1. Apollo
2. Dionysius
3. Adonis
4. None of the above

Answer: 2. Dionysius

“And when they heard of the resurrection of the dead, some mocked: And others said, ‘We will hear thee again of this matter.’ So Paul departed from among them. Howbeit certain men clave unto him, and believed: Among the which was Dionysius the Areopagite, and a woman named Damaris, and others with them.” (17:32-34)

Acts Of The Apostles – Acts Chapter 16

1. Then came he to Derbe and Lystra: and, behold, a certain disciple was there, named Timotheus, the son of a certain woman, which was a Jewess, and believed; but his father was a Greek:
2. Which was well reported by the brethren that were at Lystra and Iconium.
3. He would Paul have to go forth with him; and took and circumcised him because of the Jews which were in those quarters: for they knew all that his father was a Greek.
4. And as they went through the cities, they delivered them the decrees for keeping, which were ordained by the apostles and elders who were in Jerusalem.
5. And so were the churches established in the faith, and increased in number daily.
6. Now when they had gone throughout Phrygia and the region of Galatia and were forbidden by the Holy Ghost to preach the word in Asia,
7. After they were come to Mysia, they assayed to go into Bithynia: but the Spirit suffered them not.
8. And they passing by Mysia came down to Troas
9. And a vision appeared to Paul in the night; There stood a man of Macedonia, and prayed him, saying, Come over into Macedonia, and help us.
10. And after he had seen the vision, immediately we endeavored to go into Macedonia, assuredly gathering that the Lord had called us for to preach the gospel unto them.
11. Therefore losing to Troas, we came with a straight course to Samothracia, and the next day to Neapolis;
12. And from thence to Philippi, which is the chief city of that part of Macedonia, and a colony: and we were in that city abiding certain days
13. And on the sabbath, we went out of the city by a river side, where prayer was wont to be made; and we sat down, and spake unto the women which resorted thither
14. And a certain woman named Lydia, a seller of purple, of the city of Thyatira, which worshipped God, heard us: whose heart the Lord opened, that she attended unto the things which were spoken of Paul.
15. And when she was baptized, and her household, she besought us, saying, If ye have judged me to be faithful to the Lord, come into my house, and abide there. And she constrained us
16. And it came to pass, as we went to prayer, a certain damsel possessed with a spirit of divination met us, which brought her masters much gain by soothsaying
17. The same followed Paul and us, and cried, saying, These men are the servants of the highest God, which shew unto us the way of salvation
18. And this did she many days. But Paul, being grieved, turned and said to the spirit, I command thee in the name of Jesus Christ to come out of her. And he came out the same hour
19. And when her masters saw that the hope of their gains was gone, they caught Paul and Silas, and drew them into the marketplace unto the rulers,
20. And brought them to the magistrates, saying, These men, being Jews, do exceedingly trouble our city,
21. And teach customs, that are not lawful for us to receive, nor to observe, being Romans
22. And the multitude rose up together against them: and the magistrates rent off their clothes, and commanded to beat them
23. And when they had laid many stripes upon them, they cast them into prison, charging the jailor to keep them safely
24. Who, having received such a charge, thrust them into the inner prison, and made their feet fast in the stocks.
25. And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them
26. And suddenly there was a great earthquake so that the foundations of the prison were shaken: and immediately all the doors were opened, and every one’s bands were loosed
27. And the keeper of the prison woke out of his sleep, and seeing the prison doors open, he drew out his sword and would have killed himself, supposing that the prisoners had been fled.
28. But Paul cried with a loud voice, saying, Do thyself no harm: for we are all here
29. Then he called for a light, and sprang in, and came trembling, and fell down before Paul and Silas,
30. And brought them out, and said, Sirs, what must I do to be saved?
31. And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house.
32. And they spake unto him the word of the Lord, and to all that were in his house.
33. And he took them the same hour of the night, and washed their stripes; and was baptized, he and all his, straightway
34. And when he had brought them into his house, he set meat before them, and rejoiced, believing in God with all his house
35. And when it was day, the magistrates sent the serjeants, saying, Let those men go.
36. And the keeper of the prison told this saying to Paul, The magistrates have sent to let you go: now therefore depart, and go in peace.
37. But Paul said unto them, They have beaten us openly uncondemned, being Romans, and have cast us into prison; and now do they thrust us out privily? nay verily; but let them come themselves and fetch us out.
38. And the serjeants said these words unto the magistrates: and they feared when they heard that they were Romans.
39. And they came and besought them, and brought them out, and desired them to depart out of the city And they went out of the prison, and entered into the house of Lydia: and when they had seen the brethren, they comforted them and departed

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Chapter 16 – Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1. “Then came he to Derbe and Lystra: And, behold, a certain disciple was there, named_, the son of a certain woman, which was a Jewess, and believed; but his father was a Greek: Which was well reported of by the brethren that were at Lystra and Iconium.” (Acts 16:1-2)

1. Apollo
2. Demetrius
3. Archippus
4. None of the above

Answer: 4. None of the above

Acts 16 Earthquake And Prison Doors Open

“Then came he to Derbe and Lystra: And, behold, a certain disciple was there, named Timotheus, the son of a certain woman, which was a Jewess, and believed; but his father was a Greek: Which was well reported of by the brethren that were at Lystra and Iconium.” (16:1-2)

Question 2. What do Paul and Silas do as they visit the churches he has established? (Acts 16:4)

1. They teach them of the decisions that had been made in Jerusalem
2. They teach in the synagogue
3. They heal the sick that are there
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 1. They teach them of the decisions that had been made in Jerusalem

Question 3. “Now when they had gone throughout Phrygia and the region of Galatia and were forbidden of the Holy Ghost to preach the word in _______, they came to Mysia, they assayed to go into Bithynia: But the Spirit suffered them not.” (Acts 1 6:6-7)

1. Asia Minor
2. Macedonia
3. Asia
4. None of the above

Answer: 3. Asia

“Now when they had gone throughout Phrygia and the region of Galatia and were forbidden of the Holy Ghost to preach the word in Asia after they came to Mysia, they assayed to go into Bithynia: But the Spirit suffered them not.” (16:6-7)

Question 4. Paul then has a vision, what does he see? (Acts 16:9)

1. An angel appears to him and tells him to go to Beroi
2. A man of Macedonia appears to him and asks him to come to them
3. A man of Thessaly appears to him and asks him to come to them
4. None of the above

Answer: 2. A man of Macedonia appears to him and asks him to come to them

“And a vision appeared to Paul in the night; there stood a man of Macedonia, and prayed him, saying, ‘Come over into Macedonia, and help us.'” (16:9)

Question 5. What was the first city in Macedonia that Paul and Silas resided in? (Acts 16:12)

1. Neapolis
2. Thessalonica
3. Beroia
4. None of the above

Answer: 4. None of the above

‘Therefore loosing from Troas, we came with a straight course to Samothracia, and the next day to Neapolis; and from thence to Philippi, which is the chief city of that part of Macedonia, and a colony: And we were in that city abiding certain days.”{16:11-12)

The Philippian Jailer’s Conversion Acts 16

Question 6. “And on the sabbath, we went out of the city by a river side, where prayer was wont to be made; and we sat down, and spake unto the women which resorted thither.1′ Who do Paul and Silas meet here? (Acts 16:14)

1. Lydia
2. Xanthe
3. Eirini
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 1. Lydia

“And a certain woman named Lydia, a seller of purple, of the city of Thyatira, which worshipped God, heard us: Whose heart the Lord opened, that she attended unto the things which were spoken of Paul.” (16:14)

Question 7. How does Lydia respond to Paul? (Acts 16:15)

1. She is baptized
2. She warns the Jews about him
3. She tells her family about him, and they warn the Jews about him
4. None of the above

Answer: 1. She is baptized

Question 8. What happens next? (Acts 16:16-17)

1. Paul and Silas leave for Thessalonica
2. Paul preaches in the synagogue
3. A woman with a spirit of divination follows Paul and Silas
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 3. A woman with a spirit of divination follows Paul and Silas

Acts 16 Gospel Spreading In Philippi

“And it came to pass, as we went to prayer, a certain damsel possessed with a spirit of divination met us, which brought her masters much gain by soothsaying: The same followed Paul and us, and cried, saying, These men are the servants of the highest God, which shew unto us the way of salvation.'” (16:16-17)

Question 9. How does Paul react? (Acts 16:18)

1. Paul decides that they need to leave Philippi
2. Paul gets annoyed and exorcises the woman
3. Paul baptizes the woman
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 2. Paul gets annoyed and exorcises the woman

“And this did she many days. But Paul, being grieved, turned and said to the spirit, HI command thee in the name of Jesus Christ to come out of her.’ And he came out the same hour.” (16:18)

Question 10. Who gets upset with Paul for performing an exorcism? (Acts 16:19)

1. The woman
2. Silas
3. The Jews, since it was the Sabbath
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

“And…. her masters … caught Paul and Silas …”  (16:19)

Question 11. Why are they upset? (Acts 16:19)

1. Because they think that Paul wants to take her from them
2. Because she said that Paul had treated her badly
3. Because they were making money off of her powers of divination
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 3. Because they were making money off of her powers of divination

“And when her masters saw that the hope of their gains was gone, they caught Paul and Silas….” (16:19)

Question 12. What do the woman’s masters decide to do? (Acts 16:19)

1. They decide to bring Paul and Silas before the judges
2. They get some friends to capture and beat Paul and Silas, and run them out of town
3. They decide to listen to what Paul has to say
4. None of the above

Answer: 1. They decide to bring Paul and Silas before the judges

‘And when her masters saw that the hope of their gains was gone, they caught Paul and Silas, and drew them into the marketplace unto the rulers, and brought them to the magistrates, saying, These men, being Jews, do exceedingly trouble our city, and teach customs, which are not lawful for us to receive, neither to observe, being Romans.”’ (16:19-21)

Question 13. What do the judges do? (Acts 16:22-24)

1. They command that Paul and Silas be beaten and thrown into prison
2. They beat them, and tell them to leave their city
3. They side with Paul and Silas, and release them
4. None of the above

Answer: 1. They command that Paul and Silas be beaten and thrown into prison

“And the multitude rose up together against them: And the magistrates rent off their clothes, and commanded to beat them. And when they had laid many stripes upon them, they cast them into prison, charging the jailor to keep them safely: Who, having received such a charge, thrust them into the inner prison, and made their feet fast in the stocks.’’{16:22- 24)

Question 14. What happens next to Paul and Silas? (Acts 16:25)

1. An angel appears to Paul and Silas and releases them
2. There is an earthquake that releases Paul, Silas, and all the prisoners
3. Paul and Silas are released, but before they can get out of the city, they get attacked, stoned, and left for dead
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 2. There is an earthquake that releases Paul, Silas, and all the prisoners

“And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: And the prisoners heard them. And suddenly there was a great earthquake so that the foundations of the prison were shaken: And immediately all the doors were opened, and everyone’s bands were loosed.” (16:25-26)

The Role Of The Holy Spirit In Acts 16

Question 15. What is the reaction of the keeper of the prison when he sees that the prison has opened up? (Acts 16:27)

1. He runs to wake the soldiers for help
2. He runs away, afraid that he will be held accountable
3. He locks down the prison before anyone can escape
4. None of the above

Answer: 4. None of the above

“And the keeper of the prison awaking out of his sleep, and seeing the prison doors open, he drew out his sword, and would have killed himself, supposing that the prisoners had been fled.” (16: 27)

Question 16. “But Paul cried with a loud voice, saying, ‘Do thyself no harm: For we are all here.”’ What is the reaction of the prison keeper? (Acts 16:29}

1. He locks down the prison quickly
2. He gets angry with Paul
3. He asks Paul and Silas what he needs to do to be saved
4. None of the above

Answer: 3.He asks Paul and Silas what he needs to do to be saved

“Then he called for a light and sprang in, and came trembling, and fell down before Paul and Silas, and brought them out, and said, ‘Sirs, what must I do to be saved?” (16:29-30)

Question 17. What happens next? (Acts 16:31-34)

1. The keeper of the prison and his family get baptized
2. The keeper of the prison tells his family, but they don’t agree with him
3. The keeper of the prison tells the magistrates, and they all get baptized
4. None of the above

Answer: 1. The keeper of the prison and his family get baptized

“And they said, ‘Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house.1 And they spake unto him the word of the Lord, and to all that were in his house. And he took them the same hour of the night, and washed their stripes; and was baptized, he and all his, straightway. And when he had brought them into his house, he set meat before them, and rejoiced, believing in God with all his house.” (16:3 1-34)

Question 18. “And when it was day, the magistrates sent the serjeants, saying, ‘Let those men go.’ The keeper of the prison told this saying to Paul, ‘The magistrates have sent to let you go: Now therefore depart, and go in peace.'” What is Paul’s response? (Acts 16:37)

1. He rejoices greatly, and he and Silas leave Philippi
2. He is indignant that their rights, as Roman citizens, have been disregarded
3. He says that he wants the opportunity to preach to the magistrates
4. None of the above

Answer: 2. He is indignant that their rights, as Roman citizens, have been disregarded

“But Paul said unto them, They have beaten us openly uncondemned, being Romans, and have cast us into prison; and now do they thrust us out privily? Nay verily but let them come themselves and fetch us out.” (16:37)

Question 19. How do the magistrates react to Paul’s message? (Acts 16:38-39)

1. They are afraid
2. They bring them out of prison
3. They ask them to leave Philippi
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 4. All of the above

Question 20. What happens next? (Acts 16:40)

1. Paul and Silas go to the synagogue to preach
2. Paul goes to the magistrates to warn them that he is going to report them to the tetrarch
3. The magistrates send money to Paul to keep him silent
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

“And they went out of the prison, and entered into the house of Lydia: And when they had seen the brethren, they comforted them, and departed.” (16:40)

Acts Of The Apostles – Acts Chapter 15

1. And certain men which came down from Judaea taught the brethren, and said, Except ye be circumcised after the manner of Moses, ye cannot be saved.
2. When therefore Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and disputation with them, they determined that Paul and Barnabas, and certain other of them, should go up to Jerusalem unto the apostles and elders about this question.
3. And being brought on their way by the church, they passed through Phenice and Samaria, declaring the conversion of the Gentiles: and they caused great joy unto all the brethren.
4. And when they came to Jerusalem, they were received of the church, and of the apostles and elders, and they declared all things that God had done with them.
5. But there rose up certain of the sect of the Pharisees, which believed that it was necessary to circumcise them and to command them to keep the law of Moses.
6. And the apostles and elder came together for to consider of this matter and when there had been much-disputing petrol rose up and said to them Men and ye know how to tat a good while choice among us that the genitals by my word of the gospel, and believe.
7. And god Which known that heater bears them given them the holyGoat even as he did to us:
8. And put on different between us and them purifying their by faith
9. Now therefore Why tempt ye god to put a yoke upon the neck of the disciples Which neither our Father
10. But We believe that through the grace of the lord juices Christa, we shall be saved even as they,
11. Then all the multiple kept silent and gave audience to Barnabas and Paul, declaring What miracles and wonders and gentiles by them.
12. And after they had held their peace, James answered, saying, Men and brethren, hearken unto me
13. Simeon hath declared how God at the first did visit the Gentiles, to take out of them a people for his name.
14. And to this agree the words of the prophets; as it is written
15. After this I will return, and will build again the tabernacle of David, which is fallen down; and I will build again the ruins thereof, and 1 will set it up:
16. That the residue of men might seek after the Lord, and all the Gentiles, upon whom my name is called, saith the Lord, who doeth all these things.
17. Known unto God is all his works from the beginning of the world.
18. Wherefore my sentence is, that we trouble not them, which from among the Gentiles are turned to God
19. But that we write unto them, that they abstain from pollutions of idols, and from fornication, and from things strangled, and from blood
20. For Moses of old time hath in every city, they preached to him, being read in the synagogues every sabbath day.
21. Then pleased it the apostles and elders with the whole church, to send chosen men of their own company to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas; namely, Judas surnamed Barsabas and Silas, chief men among the brethren:
22. And they wrote letters by them after this manner; The apostles and elders and brethren send greeting unto the brethren which are of the Gentiles in Antioch and Syria and Cilicia.
23. Forasmuch as we have heard, that certain which went out from us have troubled you with words, subverting your souls, saying, Ye must be circumcised, and keep the law: to whom we gave no such commandment:
24. It seemed good unto us, being assembled with one accord, to send chosen men unto you with our beloved Barnabas and Paul,
25. Men who have hazarded their lives for the name of our Lord Jesus Christ
26. We have sent therefore Judas and Silas, who shall also tell you the same things by mouth.
27. For it seemed good to the Holy Ghost, and to us, to lay upon you no greater burden than these necessary things;
28. That ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication: from which if ye keep yourselves, ye shall do well. Fare ye well.
29. So when they were dismissed, they came to Antioch: and when they had gathered the multitude together, they delivered the epistle:
30. When they had read, they rejoiced for the consolation.
31. And Judas and Silas, being prophets also themselves, exhorted the brethren with many words, and confirmed them.
32. And after they had tarried there a space, they were let go in peace from the brethren unto the apostles.
33. Notwithstanding it pleased Silas to abide there Still
34. Paul and Barnabas continued in Antioch, teaching and preaching the word of the Lord, with many others also.
35. And some days after Paul said unto Barnabas, Let us go again and visit our brethren in every city where we have preached the word of the Lord, and see how they do
36. And Barnabas determined to take with them John, whose surname was Mark
37. But Paul thought it not good to take him with them, who departed from them from Pamphylia and went not with them to the work
38. And the contention was so sharp between them, that they departed asunder one from the other: and so Barnabas took Mark, and sailed unto Cyprus;
39. And Paul chose Silas, and departed, being recommended by the brethren unto the grace of God.
40. And he went through Syria and Cilicia, confirming the churches

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Chapter 15 – Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1. What significant disagreement arises at the beginning of Acts 15? (Acts 15:1)

1. Whether or not the only true worship is that which is offered in Jerusalem
2. Whether or not Gentile Christians need to be circumcised
3. Whether the apostles should be going to the Jews or should focus on the Gentiles
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 2. Whether or not Gentile Christians need to be circumcised

‘And certain men which came down from Judaea taught the brethren, and said, ‘Except ye be circumcised after the manner of Moses, ye cannot be saved.’ When therefore Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and disputation with them, they determined that Paul and Barnabas, and certain other of them, should go up to Jerusalem unto the apostles and elders about this question.” (15:1-2)

Question 2. How are Paul and Barnabas received by the Christians in Jerusalem? (Acts 15:4)

1. They are received warmly
2. They are received with suspicion
3. There is still disagreement about Paul
4. None of the above

Answer: 1. They are received warmly

‘And when they came to Jerusalem, they were received of the church, and of the apostles and elders, and they declared all things that God had done with them.” (15:4)

The Role Of Peter And James In Acts 15

Question 3. Who gives the first argument on behalf of the Gentiles? (Acts 15:7)

1. Paul
2. Barnabas
3. James
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

“And when there had been much disputing, Peter rose up, and said unto them, ‘Men and brethren, ye know how that a good while ago God made choice among us, that the Gentiles by my mouth should hear the word of the gospel, and believe. And God, which knoweth the hearts, bare them, witness, giving them the Holy Ghost, even as he did unto us; and put no difference between us and them, purifying their hearts by faith.”‘ (15:7-9)

Question 4. After Peter says, “And God, which knoweth the hearts, bare them witness, giving them the Holy Ghost, even as he did unto us; and put no difference between us and them, purifying their hearts by faith,” he provides another reason that the Gentile Christians shouldn’t have to be circumcised. What is the other reason? (Acts 15:10)

1. An angel appears to Peter telling him what the will of God is
2. He says that this requirement will make it more difficult for them in their missionary efforts
3. He says that it is a painful procedure for adults
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer:  5. None of the above

Question 5. “Then all the multitude kept silence, and gave audience to Barnabas and Paul, declaring what miracles and wonders God had wrought among the Gentiles by them.” Who speaks next? (Acts 15:13)

1. John
2. James
3. Peter
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer:  2. James

“And after they had held their peace, James answered, saying, ‘Men and brethren, hearken unto me…’ (15:13)

Question 6. What is James’ suggestion? (Acts 15:19-20)

1. They draw lots to decide
2. They fast and pray to seek direction from God
3. That the Gentiles abstain from food offered to idols and from fornication
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer:  3. That the Gentiles abstain from food offered to idols and from fornication

“Wherefore my sentence is, that we trouble not them, which from among the Gentiles are turned to God: But that we write unto them, that they abstain from pollutions of idols, and from fornication, and from things strangled, and from blood.” (15:19-20)

Acts 15 Encouragement To Gentile Believers

Question 7. Why are some of the disciples teaching that the Gentile believers need to be circumcised? (Acts 15:524)

1. Because they assume that the Mosaic Law is still in effect
2. Because the apostles in Jerusalem are teaching this
3. Because they don’t want Gentiles to become Christians
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 1. Because they assume that the Mosaic Law is still in effect

“But there rose up certain of the sect of the Pharisees which believed, saying, That it was needful to circumcise them, and to command them to keep the law of Moses.”1 “Forasmuch as we have heard, that certain which went out from us have troubled you with words, subverting your souls, saying, ‘Ye must be circumcised, and keep the law: To whom we gave no such commandment…'” (15:5, 24)

Question 8. What does the council in Jerusalem decide to do about the controversy? (Acts 15:22-24)

1. They decide to censure those who are teaching this and let the controversy die out on its own
2. They decide to let each local community decide how they want to deal with the issue
3. They decide to send letters to the other communities explaining that they don’t need to circumcise new believers
4. None of the above

Answer: 3. They decide to send letters to the other communities explaining that they don’t need to circumcise new believers

“Then pleased it the apostles and elders with the whole church, to send…letters by them after this manner, The apostles and elders and brethren send greeting unto the brethren which are of the Gentiles in Antioch and Syria and Cilicia. Forasmuch as we have heard, that certain which went out from us have troubled you with words, subverting your souls, saying, “Ye must be circumcised, and keep the law” to whom we gave no such commandment….”‘ (15:22- 24)

Question 9. According to their letter, who made the decisions that they are sending to them? (Acts15: 28)

1. They made them
2. They and the Holy Spirit made them
3. The Holy Spirit made them
4. None of the above

Answer: 2. They and the Holy Spirit made them

‘For it seemed good to the Holy Ghost, and to us, to lay upon you no greater burden than these necessary things….” (15:28)

Question 10. Who do the apostles send to carry the letter? (Acts 15:25-27)

1. Barnabas
2. Paul
3. Judas and Silas
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 4. All of the above

“It seemed good unto us, being assembled with one accord, to send chosen men unto you with our beloved Barnabas and Paul, men that have hazarded their lives for the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. We have sent therefore Judas and Silas, who shall also tell you the same things by mouth.” (15:25-27)

Question 11. “So when they were dismissed, they came to Antioch: And when they had gathered the multitude together, they delivered the epistle,..” How is the letter received? (Acts 15:31)

1. There is great division about it
2. Many of the communities reject it
3. Many of the communities send representatives to Jerusalem to speak with Peter and James
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

“Which when they had read [the letter], they rejoiced for the consolation.” (15:31)

The Apostles’ Decision On Gentile Conversion Acts 15

Question 12. “So when they were dismissed, they came to Antioch: And when they had gathered the multitude together, they delivered the epistle: Which when they had read, they rejoiced for the consolation. And Judas and Silas, being prophets also themselves, exhorted the brethren with many words, and confirmed them. And after they had tarried there a space, they were let go in peace from the brethren unto the apostles. Notwithstanding it pleased Silas to abide there still. Paul and Barnabas continued in Antioch, teaching and preaching the word of the Lord, with many others also.” Where does Paul then suggest to Barnabas that they go? (Acts 15:36)

1. To visit their brethren in the cities they had preached
2. To Cyprus
3. To Jerusalem
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 1. To visit their brethren in the cities they had preached

Question 13. Barnabas agrees with Paul’s suggestion and picks a disciple to go with them. Who does he choose? (Acts 15:37)

1. Silas
2. Judas
3. John Mark
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 3. John Mark

“And Barnabas determined to take with them John, whose surname was Mark.,” (15:37)

Question 14. Why does Paul disagree with Barnabas? (Acts 15:38)

1. Because an angel of the Lord appears to him and tells him not to
2. Because John Mark had abandoned them on their earlier missionary voyage
3. Because he feels that John Mark is a negative influence on Barnabas
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 2. Because John Mark had abandoned them on their earlier missionary voyage

“But Paul thought not good to take him with them, who departed from them from Pamphylia, and went not with them to the work.” (15:38)

Acts 15 The Letter To Antioch, Syria, And Cilicia

Question 15. What ends up happening? (Acts 15:39)

1. Barnabas gives in and they take Silas instead
2. Paul gives in, and Barnabas agrees to take Silas as well
3. Paul gives in, and he, Barnabas, and John Mark go to Cyprus
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

“And the contention was so sharp between them, that they departed asunder one from the other: And so Barnabas took Mark, and sailed unto Cyprus; and Paul chose Silas, and departed, being recommended by the brethren unto the grace of God. And he went through Syria and Cilicia, confirming the churches.” (15:39-41)

Acts Of The Apostles – Acts Chapter 14

1. And it came to pass in Iconium, that they went both together into the synagogue of the Jews, and so spake, that a great multitude both of the Jews and also of the Greeks believed.
2. But the unbelieving Jews stirred up the Gentiles and made their minds evil affected against the brethren.
3. Long time, therefore, abode they speaking boldly in the Lord, which gave testimony unto the word of his grace, and granted signs and wonders to be done by their hands
4. But the multitude of the city was divided: and part held with the Jews, and part with the apostles.
5. And when there was an assault made both of the Gentiles, and also of the Jews with their rulers, to use them despitefully, and to stone them,
6. They were ware of it, and fled unto Lystra and Derbe, cities of Lycaonia, and unto the region that lieth round about:
7. And there they preached the gospel.
8. And there sat a certain man at Lystra, impotent in his feet, being a cripple from his mother’s womb, who never had walked:
9. The same heard Paul speak: who steadfastly beholding him, and perceiving that he had faith to be healed,
10. Said with a loud voice, Stand upright on thy feet. And he leaped and walked.
11. And when the people saw what Paul had done, they lifted up their voices, saying in the speech of Lycaonia, The gods come down to us in the likeness of men.
12. And they called Barnabas, Jupiter; and Paul, Mercurius, because he was the chief speaker.
13. Then the priest of Jupiter, who was before their city, brought oxen and garlands unto the gates and would have done sacrifice with the people.
14. Which when the apostles, Barnabas and Paul, heard of, they rent their clothes, and ran in among the people, crying out,
15. And saying, Sirs, why do ye these things? We also are men of like passions with you, and preach unto you that ye should turn from these vanities unto the living God, which made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and all things that are therein:
16. Who in times past suffered all nations to walk in their own ways.
17. Nevertheless, he left not himself without witness, in that he did good, and gave us rain from heaven, and fruitful seasons, filling our hearts with food and gladness.
18. And with these sayings scarce restrained they the people, that they had not done sacrifice unto them.
19. And there came thither certain Jews from Antioch and Iconium, who persuaded the people, and having stoned Paul, drew him out of the city, supposing he had been dead.
20. Howbeit, as the disciples stood round about him, he rose up, and came into the city: and the next day he departed with Barnabas to Derbe.
21. And when they had preached the gospel to that city and had taught many, they returned again to Lystra, and to Iconium, and Antioch
22. Confirming the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God.
23. And when they had ordained them elders in every church and had prayed with fasting, they commended them to the Lord, on whom they believed.
24. And after they had passed through Pisidia, they came to Pamphylia.
25. And when they had preached the word in Perga, they went down into Attalia:
26. And thence sailed to Antioch, from whence they had been recommended to the grace of God for the work which they fulfilled.
27. And when they came, and had gathered the church together, they rehearsed all that God had done with them, and how he had opened the door of faith unto the Gentiles.
28. 2And there they abode a long time with the disciples

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Chapter 14 – Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1. “And it came to pass in Iconium, that they went both together into the synagogue of the Jews, and so spake…’ How are Paul and Barnabas received in Iconium? (Acts 14:1-4)

1. Most of them become disciples
2. Nearly none of them listen to them
3. The city is divided into them
4. None of the above

Answer: 3. The city is divided into them

“And it came to pass in Iconium, that they went both together into the synagogue of the Jews, and so spake, that a great multitude both of the Jews and also of the Greeks believed. But the unbelieving Jews stirred up the Gentiles and made their minds evil and affected against the brethren. Long time, therefore, abode they speaking boldly in the Lord, which gave testimony unto the word of his grace, and granted signs and wonders to be done by their hands* But the multitude of the city was divided: And part held with the Jews, and part with the apostles.” (14:1-4)

Acts 14 Converting Gentiles And Jews

Question 2. What ultimately happens to Paul and Barnabas in Iconium? (Acts 14:5-6)

1. They get thrown in prison
2. They make many converts and stay there for an extended period
3. They leave when they are called to Jerusalem for a council
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

Question 3. What significant occurrence happens at Lystra? (Acts 14:3-10)

1. Paul heals a cripple
2. Paul and Barnabas get into an argument and part ways
3. The head of the synagogue becomes a Christian
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 1. Paul heals a cripple

“And there sat a certain man at Lystra, impotent in his feet, being a cripple from his mother’s womb, who never had walked: The same heard Paul speak: Who steadfastly beholding him, and perceiving that he had faith to be healed, said with a loud voice, ‘Stand upright on thy feet.’ And he leaped and walked.” (14:8-10)

Question 4. How do the people of Lystra respond to the healing of the cripple? (Acts 14:11-12)

1. They think that Paul and Barnabas are the gods Jupiter and Mercurius, who come to walk among men
2. Many of them become disciples
3. They are divided as to how they should react
4. None of the above

Answer: 1. They think that Paul and Barnabas are the gods Jupiter and Mercurius, who come to walk among men

“And when the people saw what Paul had done, they lifted up their voices, saying in the speech of Lycaonia, ‘The gods come down to us in the likeness of men.’ And they called Barnabas, ‘Jupiter,’ and Paul, ’Mercurius,’ because he was the chief speaker.” (14:11-12)

Acts 14 Paul’s Message In Lystra

Question 5. What do the people of Lystra do next? (Acts 14:13)

1. They bring Paul and Barnabas to their temple
2. They throw Paul and Barnabas a lavish feast
3. They want to offer sacrifices to Paul and Barnabas
4. AH of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 3. They want to offer sacrifices to Paul and Barnabas

“Then the priest of Jupiter, which was before their city, brought oxen and garlands unto the gates, and would have done sacrifice with the people.” (14:13)

Question 6. What do Paul and Barnabas do in response? (Acts 14:14-18)

1. They immediately leave the city
2. They stop them from offering sacrifices
3. They are unable to stop them from offering sacrifices
4. None of the above

Answer: 2. They stop them from offering sacrifices

“And they Were not able to resist the Wisdom and the Spirit

Question 7. What happens next? (Acts 14:19)

1. Many of the people of Lystra become disciples
2. Paul gets stoned
3. They ask Paul and Barnabas to remain and teach them about Christ
4. None of the above

Answer: 2. Paul gets stoned

“And there came thither certain Jews from Antioch and Iconium, who persuaded the people, and having stoned Paul, drew him out of the city, supposing he had been dead. Howbeit, as the disciples stood round about him, he rose up, and came into the city: And the next day he departed with Barnabas to Derbe.” (14:19-20)

Questions 8. “Howbeit, as the disciples stood round about him, he rose up, and came into the city: And the next day he departed with Barnabas to Derbe.” What do Paul and Barnabas do next? (Acts 14:21-22)

1. They return to Lystra
2. They return to Iconium
3. They return to Antioch
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 4. All of the above

“And when they had preached the gospel to that city and had taught many they returned again to Lystra, and to Iconium, and Antioch, confirming the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God.” (14:21- 22)

Acts 14 Paul Stoned And Revived

Question 9. ”And when they had ordained them _______ in every church, and had prayed _______  they commended them to the Lord, on whom they believed.” (Acts 14:23)

1. Deacons, fervently
2. Elders, fervently
3. Elders, with fasting
4. None of the above

Answer: 3. Elders, with fasting

Question 10. “And after they had passed throughout Pisidia, they came to Pamphylia. And when they had preached the word in Perga, they went down into Attalia: And thence sailed to Antioch, from whence they had been recommended to the grace of God for the work which they fulfilled. And when they came, and had gathered the church together, they rehearsed all that God had done with them, and how he had opened the door of faith unto

1. The Gentiles
2. The Jews
3. All nations
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 1. The Gentiles

“And when they came, and had gathered the church together, they rehearsed all that God had done with them, and how he had opened the door of faith unto the Gentiles.” (14:27)

Acts Of The Apostles – Acts Chapter 13

1. Now there were in the church that was at Antioch certain prophets and teachers; as Barnabas, and Simeon that was called Niger, and Lucius of Cyrene, and Manaen, which had been brought up with Herod the Tetrarch, and Saul.
2. As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them.
3. And when they had fasted and prayed and laid their hands on them, they sent them away.
4. So they, being sent forth by the Holy Ghost, departed unto Seleucia, and from thence they sailed to Cyprus.
5. And when they were at Salamis, they preached the word of God in the synagogues of the Jews: and they had also John to their minister.
6. And when they had gone through the isle unto Paphos, they found a certain sorcerer, a false prophet, a Jew, whose name was Barjesus:
7. Which was with the deputy of the country, Sergius Paulus, a prudent man; who called for Barnabas and Saul, and desired to hear the word of God.
8. But Elymas the sorcerer (for so is his name by interpretation) withstood them, seeking to turn away the deputy from the faith.
9. Then Saul, (who also is called Paul,) filled with the Holy Ghost, set his eyes on him.
10. And said, O full of all subtilty and all mischief, thou child of the devil, thou enemy of all righteousness, wilt thou not cease to pervert the right ways of the Lord?
11. And now, behold, the hand of the Lord is upon thee, and thou shalt be blind, not seeing the sun for a season. And immediately there fell on him a mist and a darkness, and he went about seeking some to lead him by the hand.
12. Then the deputy, when he saw what was done, believed, being astonished at the doctrine of the Lord.
13. Now when Paul and his company loosed from Paphos, they came to Perga in Pamphylia: and John departing from them returned to Jerusalem.
14. But when they departed from Perga, they came to Antioch in Pisidia and went into the synagogue on the sabbath day, and sat down.
15. And after the reading of the law and the prophets the rulers of the synagogue sent unto them, saying, Ye men and brethren, if ye have any word of exhortation for the people, say on.
16. Then Paul stood up, and beckoning with his hand said, Men of Israel, and ye that fear God, give audience.
17. The God of this people of Israel chose our fathers and exalted the people when they dwelt as strangers in the land of Egypt, and with a high arm brought them out of it.
18. And about the time of forty years suffered he their manners in the wilderness.
19. And when he had destroyed seven nations in the land of Chanaan, he divided their land to them by lot.
20. And after that, he gave unto them judges about the space of four hundred and fifty years, until Samuel the prophet.
21. And afterward, they desired a king: and God gave unto them Saul the son of Cis, a man of the tribe of Benjamin, by the space of forty years.
22. And when he had removed him, he raised up unto them David to be their king; to whom also he gave their testimony, and said, I have found David the son of Jesse, a man after mine own heart, which shall fulfill all my will.
23. Of this man’s seed hath God according to his promise raised unto Israel a Saviour, Jesus:
24. When John had first preached before his coming the baptism of repentance to all the people of Israel.
25. And as John fulfilled his course, he said, Whom think ye that I am? I am not he. But, behold, there cometh one after me, whose shoes of his feet 1 am not worthy to lose.
26. Men and brethren, children of the stock of Abraham, and whosoever among you feareth God, to you is the word of this salvation sent.
27. For they that dwell at Jerusalem, and their rulers, because they knew him not, nor yet the voices of the prophets which are read every sabbath day, they have fulfilled them in condemning him.
28. And though they found no cause of death in him, yet desired they Pilate that he should be slain.
29. And when they had fulfilled all that was written of him, they took him down from the tree and laid him in a sepulcher.
30. But God raised him from the dead
31. And he was seen many days of them which came up with him from Galilee to Jerusalem, who are his witnesses unto the people.
32. And we declare unto you glad tidings, how that the promise which was made unto the fathers,
33. God hath fulfilled the same unto us their children, in that he hath raised up Jesus again; as it is also written in the second psalm, Thou art my Son, this day have I begotten thee.
34. And as concerning that he raised him up from the dead, now no more to return to corruption, he said on this wise, I will give you the sure mercies of David.
35. Wherefore he saith also in another psalm, Thou shalt not suffer thine Holy One to see corruption.
36. For David, after he had served his own generation by the will of God, fell on sleep, and was laid unto his fathers, and saw corruption:
37. But he, whom God raised again, saw no corruption
38. Be it known unto you therefore, men and brethren, that through this man is preached unto you the forgiveness of sins:
39. And by him all that believe are justified from all things, from which ye could not be justified by the law of Moses
40. Beware, therefore, lest that come upon you, which is spoken of in the prophets;
41. Behold, ye despisers, and wonder, and perish: for I work a work in your days, a work which ye shall in no wise believe, though a man declare it unto you.
42. And when the Jews were gone out of the synagogue, the Gentiles besought that these words might be preached to them the next sabbath.
43. Now when the congregation was broken up, many of the Jews and religious proselytes followed Paul and Barnabas: who, speaking to them, persuaded them to continue in the grace of God.
44. And the next sabbath day came almost the whole city together to hear the word of God.
45. But when the Jews saw the multitudes, they were filled with envy and spake against those things which were spoken by Paul, contradicting and blaspheming.
46. Then Paul and Barnabas waxed bold, and said, It was necessary that the word of God should first have been spoken to you: but seeing ye put it from you, and judge yourselves unworthy of everlasting life, lo, we turn to the Gentiles
47. For so hath the Lord commanded us, saying, I have set thee to be a light of the Gentiles, that thou shouldest be for salvation unto the ends of the earth.
48. And when the Gentiles heard this, they were glad, and glorified the word of the Lord: and as many as were ordained to eternal life believed
49. And the word of the Lord was published throughout all the region.
50. But the Jews stirred up the devout and honorable women, and the chief men of the city raised persecution against Paul and Barnabas, and expelled them out of their coasts.
51. But they shook off the dust of their feet against them and came unto Iconium.
52. And the disciples were filled with joy and with the Holy Ghost.

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Chapter 13 – Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1. “Now there were in the church that was at Antioch certain prophets and teachers; as Barnabas, and Simeon that was called Niger, and Lucius of Cyrene, and Manaen, which had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch, and Saul.” Barnabas and Saul then get sent on a missionary trip. Who sends them? (Acts 13:2)

1. The Holy Spirit
2. Peter
3. The council in Jerusalem
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 1. The Holy Spirit

Acts 13 Conversion Of Sergius Paulus

“As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, ‘Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them.’ And when they had fasted and prayed and laid their hands on them, they sent them away.” (13:2-3)

Question 2. Where do Saul and Barnabas sail to? (Acts 13:4)

1. Create
2. Ephesus
3. Cyprus
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 3. Cyprus

Question 3. While in Cyprus, Saul and Barnabas encounter a sorcerer. What is his name? {Acts 1 3:6)

1. Simon
2. Jeriam
3. Barjesus
4. None of the above

Answer: 3. Barjesus

“And when they had gone through the isle unto Paphos, they found a certain sorcerer, a false prophet, a Jew, whose name was Barjesus….’'(13:6)

Question 4. What happens to Baijesus? (Acts 13:9-11)

1. He is made blind
2. He is killed
3. He converts to Christianity
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 1. He is made blind

“Then Saul, (who also is called Paul,) filled with the Holy Ghost, set his eyes on him. And said, ‘O full of all subtilty and all mischief, thou child of the devil, thou enemy of all righteousness, wilt thou not cease to pervert the right ways of the Lord? And now, behold, the hand of the Lord is upon thee, and thou shalt be blind, not seeing the sun for a season.1 And immediately there fell on him a mist and a darkness, and he went about seeking some to lead him by the hand.” (13:9-11)

Paul And Barnabas In Cyprus Acts 13

Question 5. “[Barjesus] which was with the deputy of the country, Sergius Paulus, a prudent man; who called for Barnabas and Saul, and desired to hear the word of God.,r What does Sergius Paulus end up doing? (Acts 13:12)

1. He gets upset with the disciples and chases them out of Paphos
2. He is also blinded because he decides to remain loyal to Barjesus
3. He is killed
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 5. None of the above

“Then the deputy, when he saw what was done, believed, being astonished at the doctrine of the Lord.” (13:12)

Question 6. Near the beginning of Acts 13, something changes in Luke’s description of Saul. What is it that changes? (Acts 13:9, 13}

1. He changes the physical description of Saul that he had provided earlier
2. He starts referring to him as “Paul”
3. He begins to refer to him in the plural rather than in the singular
4. None of the above

Answer: 2.  He starts referring to him as “Paul”

“Then Saul, (who also is called Paul,) filled with the Holy Ghost, set his eyes on him…Now when Paul and his company loosed from Paphos, they came to Perga in Pamphylia: And John departing from them returned to Jerusalem’ (13:9, 13)

Question 7. “But when they departed from Perga, they came to Antioch in Pisidia and went into the synagogue on the sabbath day, and sat down. And after the reading of the law and the prophets the rulers of the synagogue sent unto them, saying, rYe men and brethren, if ye have any word of exhortation for the people, say on.”1 What is most of the rest of Acts 13 dedicated to? (Acts 13:16-41)

1. Paul’s sermon to those in the synagogue
2. After Paul preaches, the Jews throw him and Barnabas into prison
3. Paul and Barnabas work many miracles there
4. All of the above
5. None of the above

Answer: 1. Paul’s sermon to those in the synagogue

Question 8. How do the people in Antioch in Pisidia react to Paul’s preaching? (Acts 1 3:42-44)

1. There is a great division regarding Paul
2. They are generally very receptive
3. They are angry and pick up stones to stone him
4. None of the above

Answer: 2. They are generally very receptive

“And when the Jews were gone out of the synagogue, the Gentiles besought that these words might be preached to them the next sabbath. Now when the congregation was broken up, many of the Jews and religious proselytes followed Paul and Barnabas: Who, speaking to them, persuaded them to continue in the grace of God. And the next sabbath day came almost the whole city together to hear the word of God.” (13:42-44)

Acts 13 Paul’S Missionary Strategy

Question 9. “And the next sabbath day came almost the whole city together to hear the word of God. But when the Jews saw the multitudes, they were filled with envy, and spake against those things which were spoken by Paul, contradicting and blaspheming.’1 What do Paul and Barnabas say in their rebuttal to the Jews that is particularly significant? (Acts 13:46-49)

1. That God is upset with the Jews because they have turned their back on him
2. They will now be focusing their mission on the Gentiles
3. That there are now more Gentile converts to Christianity than Jewish converts
4. None of the above

Answer: 2. They will now be focusing their mission on the Gentiles

“Then Paul and Barnabas waxed bold, and said, ‘It was necessary that the word of God should first have been spoken to you: But seeing ye put it from you, and judge yourselves unworthy of everlasting life, lo, we turn to the Gentiles. For so hath the Lord commanded us, saying, “I have set thee to be a light of the Gentiles, that thou shouldest be for salvation unto the ends of the earth” And when the Gentiles heard this, they were glad, and glorified the word of the Lord: And as many as were ordained to eternal life believed. And the word of the Lord was published throughout all the region.” (13:46-49)

Question 10. What is the Jews’ reaction to their words? (Acts 13:50)

1. Many of the Jews are repentant and become disciples
2. They take up stones to stone Paul and Barnabas
3. They throw Paul and Barnabas in prison
4. None of the above

Answer: 4. None of the above

“But the Jews stirred up the devout and honorable women, and the chief men of the city, and raised persecution against Paul and Barnabas, and expelled them out of their coasts.” (13:50)